Course - Geographic Information Handling 2, Basic Course - TBA4250
Geographic Information Handling 2, Basic Course
About
About the course
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. In a project work the students will be enabled to use some of this technology by developent of a map-based application.
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
- 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
Lectures, exercises and project work
Compulsory assignments
- Exercises
Further on evaluation
A certain number of the exercises need to be approved in order to be accepted at the exam. Number of exercises that need to be accepted will be announced at the start of the semester.
The assessment of the course consists of two parts; a written exam (51%) and a project report (49%). The results for each part is assigned a letter grade. In order to pass the course, both parts of the assessment must receive a passing grade.
If there is a re-sit examination of the written exam, the examination form may be changed from written to oral. Re-sit of any other partial assessments must be done in a semester when the course is taught.
Recommended previous knowledge
TBA4240 Geographic Information Handling 1 GK. Knowledge within data bases, programming, algorithms and data structures.
Course materials
Textbook is handed in at the start of the semester. Compendia from the institute.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| SIB6025 | 7.5 sp |
Subject areas
- Geomatics
- Map subjects
- Technological subjects