GIS and Spatial Analysis III
The course consists of studies in spatial analysis of geographical landscape and social phenomena. In the course, you work in both raster and vector environments and various software is used.
The course is offered freestanding and is also elective within, among others, the Bachelor's Programme in Human Geography – Society, Environment and Global Processes, 180 HECs, the Bachelor's Programme in Urban and Regional Planning, 180 HECs, the Bachelor's Programme in Geography, 180 HECs, and the Bachelor's Programme in Global Development, 180 HECs.
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Course structure
The course contains literature seminars based on recent research articles. Method analyzes with differences between qualitative and quantitative interpretations of geographical data. Completing an independent work where the student chooses various methods for solving a problem, which is then analysed. Results are presented through visualization, 3D presentations and web publishing.
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.
Teaching language: English
Learning objectives
After completing the course, the student is expected to be able to:
- independently conduct data capture for projects.
- independently select methods for analysis of different forms of geographical data.
- use geographical information in GIS when analysing geographical phenomena and take into account various sources of error.
- explain how to visualise spatial information and apply it.
- critically review projects carried out using different methods in geographical information systems.
Assessment
Examination takes place via written exam and oral and written presentation of project work.
Examiner
Several teachers assess and grade within the course.
Examiner: Anders Wästfelt, Department of Human Geography
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Schedule
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course. -
Course literature
Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course. -
Course reports
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Contact
Course coordinator
- Visiting address
The Geo-Science Building, room X411
Svante Arrhenius väg 8, Frescati
Academic Counselling
- Visiting address
The Geo-Science Building, room X331
Svante Arrhenius väg 8, Frescati
Student Affairs Office
- Visiting address
The Geo-Science Building, room X326
Svante Arrhenius väg 8, Frescati
- Office hours
Tuesday and Thursday at 10.00–12.00.
- Phone hours
Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10.00–12.00.
