Remote sensing and photogrammetric methods Field of study: Geography
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025

Module name: Remote sensing and photogrammetric methods
Module code: W2-GF-S2-231
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025
Semester: winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
the course enables student to increase his knowledge of satellite technology and recent developments in remote sensing. The student participating in the course have an opportunity to familiarize themselves with different methods of analysis of digital images and different applications used in satellite data processing. The student defines, describes and explains concept of use of remote sensing data for monitoring and understanding of fundamental phenomena and processes happened on the earth's surface. Focus is placed on a good working knowledge of remote sensing in geographical information systems, administration managements and scientific research
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
the student has the knowledge of basic concepts and terminology relating to remote sensing and processing of digital images. The student is aware of the most recent achievements in remote sensing and their importance with regard to other fields of sciences [W2-GF-S2-231 _1]
 KGG2_W02 [3/5]
the student knows the general purpose and applicability of software used for acquisition and processing of remote sensing data. The student applies different methods of digital data processing and can use them in geographical information systems. The student can use remote sensing data in interpretation and presentation of wide spectrum of phenomena and processes taking place on the earth's surface. Recognizes the utility of aerial and satellite technics in scientific research, and shows a need of permanent actualizing of specialist knowledge and skills [W2-GF-S2-231 _2]
 KGG2_U01 [4/5] KGG2_U02 [3/5] KGG2_U03 [4/5] KGG2_U04 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W2-GF-S2-231 _fs_1] 10 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Monographic lecture [a02] 
Problem-based lecture [b01]  		course work W2-GF-S2-231 _1
laboratory classes [W2-GF-S2-231 _fs_2] 30 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03]  		course work W2-GF-S2-231 _2
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Consulting the schedule [b03] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
getting acquainted with the class schedule, possibly in the presence of the year tutor, in order to optimize participation in classes, including those supplementary to the core subjects listed in the pursued study programme
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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