Acquisition of spatial data for environmental studies Field of study: Environmental Protection
Programme code: W2-S1OS19.2023

Module name: Acquisition of spatial data for environmental studies
Module code: 1OS_23_54
Programme code: W2-S1OS19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2026/2027
  • winter semester 2026/2027
  • summer semester 2025/2026
  • winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The main goal is to learn about the acquisition of spatial data used for environmental studies, learns the structure of geoportals and the possibilities of using the spatial data placed there (wms), based on sample data, evaluates i analyzes the impact of various objects on forms of nature protection, Natura2000 areas, the coherence of the Natura2000 network, creates visualizations in the form of thematic maps, analyzes and uses information in the field of nature conservation in accordance with the "GIS Data Standard for nature conservation.
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]
Knows geographic information systems useful in environmental protection and as a tool for environmental management. [1OS_23_54_1]
 1OS_W06 [2/5] 1OS_W07 [3/5] 1OS_W08 [3/5]
Critically evaluates information about the environment using electronic sources, databases and statistical data. [1OS_23_54_2]
 1OS_W02 [3/5] 1OS_U02 [3/5]
Uses specialized GIS software. [1OS_23_54_3]
 1OS_W08 [3/5]
Is able to supplement and improve the acquired knowledge and skills in the use of online data sources. [1OS_23_54_4]
 1OS_W02 [3/5] 1OS_W08 [3/5] 1OS_U08 [3/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [1OS_23_54_fs_1] 10 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01]  course work 1OS_23_54_1 1OS_23_54_2 1OS_23_54_3 1OS_23_54_4
laboratory classes [1OS_23_54_fs_2] 20 SWOT analysis [b10] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Project scheduling [e04] 
Practice-as-research [e08]  		course work 1OS_23_54_1 1OS_23_54_2 1OS_23_54_3 1OS_23_54_4
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
Semester Module Language of instruction
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