Introduction to cartography and geodesy Field of study: Geography
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2019

Module name: Introduction to cartography and geodesy
Module code: 04-GF-S2-1101
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2019
Semester: winter semester 2019/2020
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 5
Description:
The aim of the module is to enable students to learn the basic knowledge on main methods of analysis of spatial relations of objects, phenomena and processes on the Earth’s surface. They have to acquire the skill how to reach basic sources of spatial data (including electronic ones) and to obtain the basis preparedness for presentation of results on maps. The module is to ensure familiarization, in the basic scope, with various methods and modern geodetic measurements techniques. It provides knowledge about mathematical elements of maps, their geographical, geological and other specialist / thematic content, as well as methods of graphic presentation of natural, socio-economic and technical phenomena on maps. Familiarizes the student with the basics of using thematic and topographic maps, especially in digital form to obtain information about the main components of the environment with reference to an application of the methods of the Geographic Information System (GIS).
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 has an extended knowledge in the field of geodesy and cartography, supported by the current literature of the subject and identifies the relationships and dependencies between both fields of sciences. [04-GF-S2-1101_1]
 KGG2_W01 [3/5]
The student is able to acquire and interpret data from various sources, with special regard to electronic ones, and formulate appropriate conclusions based on them. Using theoretical knowledge and data from various sources, he/she can describe, analyze and interpret the causes and course of natural and social processes and phenomena and present them on maps. [04-GF-S2-1101_2]
 KGG2_U03 [3/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Written test [04-GF-S2-1101_w_1]
Verification of knowledge acquired by the student during lectures and independent reading of the indicated subject literature
 04-GF-S2-1101_1
Project [04-GF-S2-1101_w_2]
Verification of knowledge and skills based on a project made during laboratory exercises
 04-GF-S2-1101_1 04-GF-S2-1101_2
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
lecture [04-GF-S2-1101_fs_1]
Lectures presenting methods of geodetic measurements and basic concepts in the field of cartography
 10
Unassisted acquisition of knowledge in the field of geodesy and cartography and reading items that expand the thematic knowledge
 40 Written test [04-GF-S2-1101_w_1]
laboratory classes [04-GF-S2-1101_fs_2]
Performing by the student work related to the implementation of the project including the mathematical basis of work with the map and cartographic visualization of the results
 30
Preparation of necessary data, preparation to the laboratory work by following the instructions/manuals/tutorials, interpretation of laboratory results, read the literature on the subject, consultations with a tutor.
 45 Project [04-GF-S2-1101_w_2]
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