Basics of Geographical Information Systems [APL 413]
Description
The aim of this course is to obtain knowledge and practical skills in Geographical Information System (GIS), data collection, digitalization, development of GIS and GIS applications in environmental sciences and environmental monitoring
Aim of the course
The course is aimed to present theoretical and practical background of GIS and their application in environmental sciences.
Prerequisites
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Course content
Geographic information systems: concepts and theory. History of GIS. Components of GIS
GIS applications in environmental sciences
GIS application capabilities
GIS data models. Raster data model. Vector data model. GIS data collection. Development of GIS databases. Database management system.
GIS and cartographic.
All topics related to lectures.
Assesment Criteria
Explained the basic concepts and principles of a geographical information systems
Used geographical information systems for environmental monitoring
Explained functions, structure and formats of geographic information systems
Evaluated different geographical information systems data collection approaches and data sources
Applied basic cartographic principles, for mapping and explaining of key environmental problems
