Course - Geographic Information Handling 2, Basic Course - TBA4250
TBA4250 - Geographic Information Handling 2, Basic Course
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination and Work
Grade: Letters
Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
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Skriftlig eksamen | 50/100 | 4 timer | ||
Arbeider | 50/100 |
Course content
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) from a technical point of view. Spatial data models, topology, network operations, cartographic generalization, information theory and other elements that are behind a GIS.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The student is supposed to have knowledge about
- Basic concepts for handling geographic information
- How to use Fuzzy Sets in connection with geographic information
- How to organize topological connections between geographic objects
- Technology for the portrayal of geographic information on the Internet
- Data structures for the representation of geographic information in various dimensions
- Important algorithms used in geographic information systems (GIS)
- Information theory and cartographic communication
- Standardization of geographic information as wll as how GIS may be implemented in an organization
- Techniques for cartographic animations
- 3D GIS and network analysis
- Quality and uncertainty in geographic information.
Skills
The student is supposed to know how to:
- Choose the suitable data structure and use it for geographic objects
- Implement a map application (Web, pad, mobile unit) where elements from the discussed technology are used
- Make a map application that have 2-way interaction with a data base
- Make a map application, within a given theme, which has a carefully considered and good user interface
- Make a map application where the cartographic content is communicated in a good way and in accordance with the theory.
General competence
The student is supposed to know how to:
- Handling geographic data in a computer
- Give a well considered presentation of geographic information in an electronic media.
Learning methods and activities
A project during the semester counts 50%. If there is a re-sit examination, the examination form may be changed from written to oral.
Compulsory assignments
- Exercises
Recommended previous knowledge
TBA4240 Geographic Information Handling 1 GK, knowledge within algorithms and data structures.
Course materials
Information at beginning of course.
Credit reductions
Course code | Reduction | From | To |
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SIB6025 | 7.5 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2013
Language of instruction: -
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- Geomatics
- Map subjects
- Technological subjects
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination and Work
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Spring ORD Skriftlig eksamen 50/100 2013-06-07 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Arbeider 50/100
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"