GIS and Spatial Analysis I
GIS and Spatial Analysis I, 7.5 credits, can be studied independently (full-time, half-time distance and half-time English, all during the autumn semester; in the spring semester the course is given only within the program), and is part of Cultural Geography I – course package, 30 credits, and also part of the first semester of the Bachelor's program in Human Geography – Society, Environment and Global processes, 180 credits, and part of the second semester of the Bachelor´s program in Urban and Regional Planning Program, 180 credits.
The course provides basic knowledge of geographical information analysis and cartography as well as ability to work with various digital methods to capture data and create maps and do analyzes in geographical information systems (GIS). Strong emphasis is placed on the analysis of information.
The course provides knowledge on how digital management of geographical information can be used, both theoretically and through applied examples. Within the course, a number of project work with various thematic content are carried out.
Teaching Format
Instruction is conducted in the form of introductiuon, lecturers, exercises, seminars and project work.
Detailed information, including grading criteria, is provided at the course introduction and via the learning platform Athena.
Learning objectives
After completing the course, the student is expected to be able to:
- explain the quality, features and uses of various types of map material and geographical information.
- practically apply the basics of cartography such as projection, coordinate systems and cartographic conventions.
- interpret and analyse geographical information.
- discuss and critically reflect on geographical information.
- present results and knowledge in writing in a scientifically correct manner.
Assessment
Examination takes place via written exam and oral and written presentation of project work.
Examiner
Several teachers assess and report grades within the course.
Examiner: Anders Wästfelt
The course has several responsible teachers. One teacher is responsible for each course session, see the course instructions on the learning platform Athena.
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