Dr. Jan Skaloud

Instructor

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Biography

Jan Skaloud is an Adjunct Professor at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), working in the Environmental Engineering and Computational Sciences department. He specializes in satellite positioning, inertial integrated sensor orientation calibration, and attitude determination. His expertise extends to mobile mapping and airborne laser scanning, emphasizing advanced adjustment methods and Kalman filtering techniques. Skaloud serves as the director of the EPFL ESO lab and has contributed significantly to various editorial boards, including journals in photogrammetry and remote sensing, and IEEE Transactions in multiple fields. He has been involved in teaching across different sections and faculties at EPFL, enriching the educational landscape with his knowledge in engineering and environmental sciences.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne • Lausanne, Switzerland

Teaching and supervising research in satellite positioning and sensor integration.

Awards

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Samuel Gamble Award

2021-01-01
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U.V. Helava Award

2020-01-01
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Demo Award

2017-01-01
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Hansa Luftbild Award

2014-01-01
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Karl Kraus Medal

2012-01-01
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GNSS Leader Watch Innovation Award

2009-01-01

Requirements for École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a related field Strong foundation in Calculus, Linear Algebra, and Probability Proficiency in programming (Python, Java, or C++)
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of University Degree(s)
  • Official Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Copy of Passport or Identity Card
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Proof of English Proficiency
Specialization Notes

Standard requirements for Engineering and Basic Science Master's programs. Architecture requires an additional portfolio.