Introduction to cartography and geodesy Field of study: Geography
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025

Module name: Introduction to cartography and geodesy
Module code: W2-GF-S2-223
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025
Semester: winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 5
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim of the module is to familiarize students with basic methods of analyzing spatial relations of objects, phenomena and processes on the Earth's surface. Acquiring the ability to access basic sources of spatial data (including electronic ones) and obtaining the basics of preparation for presenting results on maps. The module is to provide basic familiarization with various methods and modern techniques of geodetic measurements. It provides knowledge about mathematical elements of maps, their geographical, geological and other specialist/thematic content, as well as methods of preparing thematic maps, as well as methods of graphical presentation of natural, socio-economic and technical phenomena on maps. It familiarizes students with the basics of using thematic and topographic maps, especially in digital form to obtain information about the main components of the natural environment in relation to the use of Geographic Information System (GIS) methods.
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 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 [W2-GF-S2-223 _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 [W2-GF-S2-223 _2]
 KGG2_U03 [3/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W2-GF-S2-223 _fs_1] 10 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Monographic lecture [a02] 
Problem-based lecture [b01]  		exam W2-GF-S2-223 _1
laboratory classes [W2-GF-S2-223 _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-S2-223 _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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