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GEOM2430

Geographical infrastructure and information processing

Assessments and mandatory activities may be changed until September 20th.

Credits 7.5
Level Intermediate course, level II
Course start Spring 2026
Duration 1 semester
Language of instruction Norwegian
Location Gjøvik
Examination arrangement Oral exam

About

About the course

Course content

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

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: 3-4 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

  • Compulsory assignment

Further on evaluation

Compulsory work requirements must be approved to attend the exam.

Re-sit of exam in August.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required.

Required previous knowledge

  • GEOM1130 Introduksjon til geomatikk
  • GEOM1140 Geografiske data

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.

Subject areas

  • Geomatics

Contact information

Course coordinator

Lecturers

Department with academic responsibility

Department of Manufacturing and Civil Engineering

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: Oral exam
Grade: Letter grades

Ordinary examination - Spring 2026

Oral exam
Weighting 100/100 Duration 30 minutes

Re-sit examination - Summer 2026

Oral exam
Weighting 100/100 Duration 30 minutes