Geographic Information Systems (GIS) (B-ODISEE-OI3060)

This is a translated version. Original version in Dutch.
3 ECTSDutch20 Second termSecond term
Meeus Steven (coordinator) |  Meeus Steven
Kernteam Agro- en biotechnologie St-Niklaas

Aims

The learning outcomes for this course can be consulted here.

Previous knowledge

In theory no prerequisite knowledge is demanded, but basic skills in informatics, maths and geography will make things much easier for the student taking this course.

Is included in these courses of study

Activities

3 ects. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) (B-ODISEE-OI5075)

3 ECTSDutchFormat: Lecture-practical20 Second termSecond term
Meeus Steven
Kernteam Agro- en biotechnologie St-Niklaas

Content

  • Remote Sensing, earth observation, geodesy and other sources of geographical data.
  • Coordinate systems and projections.
  • Basic aspects of geographical information: raster, vector, metadata.
  • Working with geographical data:
    • Attribute tables and classifications
    • Data combinations (intersects, unions,...)
    • Queries and reports
  • Analysis using GIS
    • Spatial analysis
    • Buffers
  • CAD and Sketchup

Course material

The list with course material can be consulted here.

Language of instruction: more information

Course can be followed in English: presentations, tutorials, documentation and assignments are in English. Coaching during sessions can be provided in English. Some screencasts are in Dutch.

Format: more information

Theory is provided thru screencast and tutorials online (as preparation). 
Students are welcome on practical or coaching sessions ("live" or digital), during which they can work on the assignments and coaching or assistance is provided.

Evaluation

(B-ODISEE-OI7060)

Type : Continuous assessment without exam during the examination period
Description of evaluation : Project/Product, Portfolio

Explanation

AssessmentGrading scale
TOTALPass / Fail

Permanent evaluation: students complete (chronological) assignments. Between the fourth and fifth assignment a theoretical test is provided: a student must pass this test in order to obtain access to the fifth assignment (but can redo the test as often as necessary). A student needs to pass all five assignments in order to pass the course.