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GEOM2240 - Geographical infrastructure and information processing

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Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
School exam 100/100 3 hours H

Course content

  • key concepts of spatial data infrastructures
  • setup and use of geographic data services
  • computer representation of geographic data
  • geographic databases
  • development of web maps
  • model driven architecture
  • infrastructures for geographical information in Norway and internationally
  • metadata
  • standards for geographic information and information technology

Learning outcome

Knowledge:

  • describe basic principles for computer networks
  • know what is meant by spatial data infrastructures and know how this is organized in Norway and internationally
  • have knowledge of current building blocks in such infrastructure

Skills:

  • could create simple web pages with maps
  • be able to set up services for geographic data
  • be able to present data content from external services on web pages
  • be able to discuss technology and concepts for spatial data infrastructures and web technology
  • have knowledge of current technology and standards for accessing and publishing geographic information over the internet and have some experience with the application and development of such technology

General competence:

  • ability to use multiple programming tools and programming languages
  • understand the importance of digital infrastructure and information flow
  • know current challenges in the field

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, problem solving, reflection. Compulsory work requirements: 4-6 assignments. Guidance is conducted both synchronously during practice hours and asynchronously using forums.

The course can be given as a guided self-study if less than 6 students are registered.

Compulsory assignments

  • Mandatory assignments

Further on evaluation

Re-sit of written exam in August

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Geomatics - Engineering (BIGEOMAT)

Course materials

Many of these are online and therefore dynamic. Overview is presented in the learning platform and clarified at the start of the semester.

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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  15.0 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  SPRING 2024

Language of instruction: English, Norwegian

Location: Gjøvik

Subject area(s)
  • Geomatics
Contact information
Course coordinator: Lecturer(s):

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Manufacturing and Civil Engineering

Timetable

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Examination

Examination arrangement: School exam

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Spring ORD School exam 100/100 H 2024-06-06 09:00 INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
S410 Smaragd 2
Summer UTS School exam 100/100 H INSPERA
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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