Course - Geographical infrastructure and information processing - GEOM2430
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.
Recommended previous knowledge
- IDI1002 Front-end web utvikling
- IDG2004 Informasjonsstrukturer og databaser
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
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