Application of ALS in landscape studies Field of study: Geography
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025

Module name: Application of ALS in landscape studies
Module code: W2-GF-S2-1206
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 subject presents the laser scanning technique as a method of obtaining spatial information for the needs of landscape research. The student becomes familiar with the principles of operation of laser techniques, learns about the components of airborne laser scanning and learns about data formats. The student becomes familiar with the point cloud classification procedure and performs exercises based on the numerical elevation model and its derivatives. He acquires the ability to create a longitudinal terrain profile, learns the basics of visibility range analysis and also learns about the example application of laser scanning in landscape research, cultural heritage and nature and landscape protection.
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]
has in-depth knowledge of geographical sciences, enabling the perception of relationships and dependencies in nature [W2-GF-S2-1206 _1]
 KGG2_W01 [4/5]
has knowledge of the principles of research planning using research techniques and tools used in geographic sciences [W2-GF-S2-1206 _2]
 KGG2_W02 [5/5]
uses advanced techniques and research tools in the field of geographical sciences [W2-GF-S2-1206 _3]
 KGG2_U03 [4/5]
demonstrates the ability to critically analyze and select information, especially from electronic sources [W2-GF-S2-1206 _4]
 KGG2_U05 [3/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W2-GFS2-1206_fs_1] 10 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Monographic lecture [a02] 
Problem-based lecture [b01]  		course work W2-GF-S2-1206 _1 W2-GF-S2-1206 _2
laboratory classes [W2-GFS2-1206_fs_2] 20 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03]  		course work W2-GF-S2-1206 _3 W2-GF-S2-1206 _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)
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