GIS applications on the Internet (WebGIS) Field of study: Geography
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025

Module name: GIS applications on the Internet (WebGIS)
Module code: W2-GF-S2-705
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025
Semester: winter semester 2026/2027
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module "GIS applications on the Internet (WebGIS)" is intended to enable students to become familiar with the basic principles of operation and use of GIS applications available for free on the Internet. It indicates the relationships between WebGIS applications and other fields of knowledge and application techniques. It familiarizes students with the basics of work and the wide use of geoportals, which provide a whole range of information about the area. It provides skills in using WebGIS applications and performing spatial analyses using them, data processing and their subsequent transfer to other GIS applications, as well as presenting results in the form of thematic images.
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 knowledge of basic conceptual categories and terminology related to GIS applications related to the Internet, knows and understands the theoretical foundations of WebGIS functioning [W2-GF-S2-705 _1]
 KGG2_W02 [3/5] KGG2_W03 [3/5]
the student has knowledge of research tools (including Internet GIS-type tools) used in the field of geographical sciences [W2-GF-S2-705 _2]
 KGG2_W02 [3/5]
the student uses advanced WebGIS techniques and tools in the field of geographical sciences [W2-GF-S2-705 _3]
 KGG2_U01 [3/5]
the student demonstrates the ability to critically analyze and select information, especially from electronic sources [W2-GF-S2-705 _4]
 KGG2_U02 [3/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W2-GF-S2-705 _fs_1] 5 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Monographic lecture [a02] 
Problem-based lecture [b01]  		course work W2-GF-S2-705 _1 W2-GF-S2-705 _2
laboratory classes [W2-GF-S2-705 _fs_2] 15 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03]  		course work W2-GF-S2-705 _3 W2-GF-S2-705 _4
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)
Semester Module Language of instruction
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