Geoinformation (ECDL GIS) Field of study: Geography
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2022

Module name: Geoinformation (ECDL GIS)
Module code: W2-GF-S2-227
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2022
Semester:
  • winter semester 2024/2025
  • winter semester 2023/2024
  • winter semester 2022/2023
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 4
Description:
The "Geoinformation (ECDL EPP GIS)" course is realized in accordance with the requirements of preparing students for examination and obtaining the ECDL GIS certificate (European Computer Driving Licence) - modules 2 and 3. Indicates methods and ways of solving various natural problems using digital database analysis. This will allow the student to learn both the basic theory of GIS and the practical functions of the tools - GIS software, as well as its practical application in researching the geographical environment.
Prerequisites:
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Key reading:
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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 obtains knowledge in the field of geographic sciences, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), learns and understands the theoretical basis of techniques used to obtain geoinformation data and to forecast natural processes. The student understands the basics of operating databases and the relationships between data sets and data visualization. The student is aware of the development of this discipline and its place in relation to other geographic sciences (e.g. cartography, remote sensing). [W2-GF-S2-227_1]
 KGG2_W01 [4/5] KGG2_W02 [3/5]
The student uses advanced geoinformation techniques and research tools in the field of Geographic Information Systems in order to model, forecast and solve specific goals. He/she critically analyzes and selects information from digital databases, and also uses statistical methods and GIS techniques and software to describe phenomena and analyze spatial data. He/she systematically enhances their knowledge of nature and knows how to apply this knowledge practically. The student is able to obtain and interpret empirical data and formulate appropriate conclusions based on it. The student plans and performs research tasks or expertise under the guidance of a scientific supervisor. [W2-GF-S2-227_2]
 KGG2_U01 [4/5] KGG2_U02 [4/5] KGG2_U03 [3/5] KGG2_U05 [3/5]
The student is able to complement and improve their acquired knowledge and skills in science, in the field of GIS especially. [W2-GF-S2-227_3]
 KGG2_K01 [4/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Written test [W2-GF-S2-227_w_1]
Verification of the knowledge acquired by the student during lectures and independent reading
 W2-GF-S2-227_1 W2-GF-S2-227_2
Continuous evaluation of the student’s work [W2-GF-S2-227_w_2]
Verification of the knowledge and skills acquired through the projects carried out during laboratory exercises. The final mark will encompass the proper processing of data and their ability to accurately presentat and interpret the results (reports).
 W2-GF-S2-227_2 W2-GF-S2-227_3
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
laboratory classes [W2-GF-S2-227_2]
The laboratory classes will consist of working on individual projects based on spatial analysis. The student will acquire skills, such as: work with databases and operations performed on them, various formats of data recording, preparation of thematic maps, data classification, presentation of performed analysis, conversion of geographical coordinates between different systems, development of own analysis based on data provided and / or collected by the student.
 35
Preparation for the laboratory work by studying the indicated issues, working with manuals, literature review, consultations.
 30 Continuous evaluation of the student’s work [W2-GF-S2-227_w_2]
lecture [W2-GF-S2-227_fs_1]
The lecture part of the course will allow the student to understand the basic terms in the field of GIS, concepts of data models used to represent the real world in GIS, as well as the terms of the vector and raster model, topology, spatial data analysis and georeference.
 5
Work with the recommended literature of the subject and unassisted acquisition of knowledge about the indicated issues of GIS.
 30 Written test [W2-GF-S2-227_w_1]
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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