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GEOG3523 - GIS Data Capture and Mapping

About

Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Assignment and Written examination
Grade: Letters

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Skriftlig eksamen 3/5 3 timer
Oppgave 2/5

Course content

This methodology course covers digital map production from data capture to finished web-GIS or hardcopy. The students will get an understanding of the whole map production work flow, including database design, data capture using remote sensing data and field based GIS digitization. Catographic output as web-GIS and hardcopy map will also be covered. The students will complete a mapping project (portfolio), and final map products will be part of the grading assessment together with final written exam.

Learning outcome

The course will teach students map making in Geographical Information systems (GIS), starting with data digitization through the production of digital and hard copy maps. There will be emphasis on data modeling and GIS database design, data capture in the field and through the use of remote sensing data. Processing of various types of data (digital elevation models, remote sensing data, aerial photographs, and field observations) for alignment in a GIS is an important topic. Basic cartography will also be covered. By the end of the course the students should independently be able to produce maps containing social- or physical science data.

Learning methods and activities

Students admitted to Master in Geography or Geography With Teacher Education and who writes a master`s thesis in physical geography and/or using GIS in their thesis, can choose GEOG3523 as a compulsory methodology course.
16 hours lectures, 16 hours practical exercise work. Both
the written exam and the portfolio must be handed in and graded to E or better. It is expected that portfolio hand-ins and examinations must be completed in English. Exceptions must be clarified with the lecturer responsible for the course. It is possible to re-sit for one out of two exams, upon agreement with the Department.

Compulsory assignments

  • Term paper

Required previous knowledge

Completed Bachelor`s Degree or equivalent and GEOG2009 Vector Based GIS. Equivalent courses must be approved by the Department of Geography.

Course materials

Articles and technical reports will be announced in the beginning of the semester.

More on the course

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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  AUTUMN 2016

Language of instruction: English

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Subject area(s)
  • Geography
  • Geography
  • Geomatics
Contact information
Course coordinator:
  • Hans Ola Fredin
Lecturer(s):

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Geography

Examination

Examination arrangement: Assignment and Written examination

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Autumn ORD Oppgave 2/5
Room Building Number of candidates
Autumn ORD Skriftlig eksamen 3/5 2016-12-03 09:00
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring ORD Oppgave 2/5
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring ORD Skriftlig eksamen 3/5 2017-06-09 09:00
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.
Examination

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