#WVSPS26 Educational Session: Least Squares for Surveyors: A Practical Look at Real World Cases Using Terrestrial and GNSS Rapid (2 PDH)
As we make our way to 58th Annual Convention in Wheeling, WV, we wanted to make sure you are aware of one of the exciting opportunities on the Thursday schedule — our Hour-Long Sponsored Educational Sessions are back for 2026!
This year, Leica Geosystems will be presenting the following session during the Convention:
Seminar: Least Squares for Surveyors: A Practical Look at Real World Cases Using Terrestrial and GNSS Rapid Static Observations (2 PDH)
Presented by: Dr. Jim Peterson, Leica Geosystems
Date & Time: Thursday, April 16, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Least squares adjustment is a powerful statistical tool that provides the most probable set of coordinates by minimizing residuals between measured and adjusted values. While commonly used in GNSS rapid static networks, combining GNSS and terrestrial data can feel complex and difficult to navigate. This session focuses on practical, real-world comparisons of varying adjustment methodologies — including traditional methods like the compass rule — applied to the same datasets, so attendees can see the differences firsthand and walk away with a clearer, more confident approach.
This is a great opportunity to hear directly from one of the industry’s most trusted names on a topic with real, practical application to your day-to-day work in the field.
If you are already registered and wish to add this seminar to your schedule, you may do so by clicking here. You may also switch seminars during the Convention. Simply stop by the registration desk to check availability. We ask that you please be courteous to pre-registered attendees by waiting until the seminar has begun before taking any vacant seats.
For more information for the WVSPS 2026 Convention, please visit www.WVSPSConvention.org. Onsite registration will be available in Wheeling, WV.