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TE0019

Geographic Information Systems

Geografiska informationssystem

The course presents geographic information systems (GIS) as a tool for planning, implementation and presentation of projects that handle geographically related information. It provides practically applicable knowledge of how spatial information can be analysed and presented by means of maps and covers GIS in a system perspective, spatial data models, geodesy, geographic map services and products, satellite based positioning, remote sensing, cartography and map production.


The teaching consists of lectures, interactive case-based moments where GIS projects are analysed (attendance can be compulsory), as well as problem-oriented computer exercises. The computer exercises are carried out in the form of web-based educational modules where compulsory and elective exercises are combined so that they cover components from data acquisition to geographic analysis and design of traditional as well as web-based maps.


Information from the course leader

Välkomna till höstens GIS-kurs TE0019 Geografiska Informationssystem

Kursen presenterar geografiska informationssystem (GIS) som ett verktyg för planering, genomförande och presentation av projekt som hanterar geografiskt bunden information. Den ger praktiskt tillämpbar kunskap om hur spatial information kan analyseras och presenteras med hjälp av kartor och tar bl.a. upp kartografi, geodesi, spatial analys, spatial modellering, databashantering, internationella kartbas-standarder och internationell GIS-lagstiftning.

Undervisningen är internationellt webbaserad, där geografiska informationssystem lärs ut med hjälp av problembaserade datorövningar, s.k. webb-kurser. Kursen kombinerar obligatoriska övningar med möjligheten att välja till webb-kurser efter personligt intresse. Webb-kurserna väljs så att de täcker delmoment från datafångst till geografisk analys och design av traditionella såväl som webbaserade kartor. Varje övning examineras på webben, där det resulterande examensbeviset är internationellt gångbart.

Se vidare i TE0019 Canvas-rum angående vårt utbud av webb-kurser, samt hur dessa kan kombineras för examination på olika nivåer.

Course evaluation

The course evaluation is now closed

TE0019-20191 - Course evaluation report

Once the evaluation is closed, the course coordinator and student representative have 1 month to draft their comments. The comments will be published in the evaluation report.

Additional course evaluations for TE0019

Academic year 2022/2023

Geographic Information Systems (TE0019-20124)

2022-12-02 - 2023-01-15

Academic year 2021/2022

Geographic Information Systems (TE0019-20104)

2021-12-03 - 2022-01-16

Academic year 2020/2021

Geographic Information Systems (TE0019-20143)

2020-12-03 - 2021-01-17

Academic year 2019/2020

Geographic Information Systems (TE0019-20095)

2019-12-04 - 2020-01-19

Academic year 2018/2019

Geographic Information Systems (TE0019-20075)

2018-12-03 - 2019-01-20

Syllabus and other information


Syllabus

TE0019 Geographic Information Systems, 7.5 Credits

Geografiska informationssystem

Subjects

Technology Technique Technology

Education cycle

Bachelor’s level

Modules

Title Credits Code
Theory 4.0 0302
Exercises 3.5 0303

Advanced study in the main field

First cycle, has only upper-secondary level entry requirements
Bachelor’s level (G1N)

Grading scale

5:Pass with Distinction, 4:Pass with Credit, 3:Pass, U:Fail
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Language

Swedish

Prior knowledge

Knowledge equivalent to general qualifications for university studies

Objectives

The course intends to give an introduction to geographic information systems where social relevance and system integration stand in focus.

On completion of the course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe basic principles of GIS

  • Apply GIS in standard software

  • Plan and implement GIS projects in adequate fields of application

  • Critically search and quantify sources of error in GIS

Content

The course presents geographic information systems (GIS) as a tool for planning, implementation and presentation of projects that handle geographically related information. It provides practically applicable knowledge of how spatial information can be analysed and presented by means of maps and covers GIS in a system perspective, spatial data models, geodesy, geographic map services and products, satellite based positioning, remote sensing, cartography and map production.

The teaching consists of lectures, interactive case-based moments where GIS projects are analysed (attendance can be compulsory), as well as problem-oriented computer exercises. The computer exercises are carried out in the form of web-based educational modules where compulsory and elective exercises are combined so that they cover components from data acquisition to geographic analysis and design of traditional as well as web-based maps.

Grading form

The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Formats and requirements for examination

Examination takes place with written examination as well as presentation of completed computer exercises.

Passing the course requires

  • passed written examination

  • passed presentation of problem-based computer exercises, and

  • attendance at compulsory elements (stated in the timetable).

  • If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.

  • The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.

  • If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.

  • For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

Other information

  • The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.

  • If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

Responsible department

Department of Energy and Technology

Further information

Replaces: TE0015

Litterature list

1) An Introduction to Geographical Information Systems

**Link: **https://www.bokus.com/bok/9780273722595/an-introduction-to-geographical-information-systems/
**Author: **Heywood, Ian
**ISBN: **9780273722595
**Comment: **Lecture textbook. 864 SEK at Bokus.com.

2) Geografisk informationsbehandling - teori, metoder och tillämpningar

Link:https://www.studentlitteratur.se/kurslitteratur/naturvetenskap-och-miljo/geovetenskap/geografisk-informationsbehandling/
**Author: **Lars Harrie (editor)
**ISBN: **9789144088778
**Comment: **Alternative lecture textbook in Swedish. 365 kr på Studentlitteratur.

  1. Getting to know ArcGIS Desktop

**Link: **https://www.bokus.com/bok/9781589484283/getting-to-know-arcgis/
**Author: **Law M, Collins A
**ISBN: **9781589483828
**Comment: **Optional training literature. 783 SEK på Bokus.

  1. The ESRI Guide to GIS Analysis. Volume 1: Geographic Patterns and Relationsships

**Link: **https://www.bokus.com/bok/9781589482944/esri-guide-to-gis-analysis-volume-1/
**Author: **Mitchell A.
**ISBN: **9781879102064
**Comment: **Optional inspiration for the project-based part of the course. 241 kr på Bokus.com.

5) The ESRI Guide to GIS Analysis. Volume 2: Spatial Measurements & Statistics

**Link: **https://www.bokus.com/bok/9781589486089/the-esri-guide-to-gis-analysis-volume-2/
**Author: **Andy Mitchell
**ISBN: **2004400242
**Comment: **Optional inspiration for the project-based part of the course. 583 kr på Bokus.com.

  1. The ESRI Guide to GIS Analysis. Volume 3: Modeling Suitability, Movement, and Interaction

**Link: **https://www.bokus.com/bok/9781589483057/the-esri-guide-to-gis-analysis-volume-3/
**Author: **Mitchell A.
**ISBN: **9781589483057
**Comment: **Optional inspiration for the project-based part of the course. 685 kr på Bokus.com.

  1. Cartography - Visualization of Spatial Data

**Link: **https://www.bokus.com/b/9780273722793.html?pt=search_result&search_term=Kraak
**Author: **Kraak M-J, Ormeling F
**ISBN: **9780273722793
**Comment: **Optional inspiration for the finalization of project presentation. 678 SEK at Bokus.com.

Course facts

The course is offered as an independent course: Yes The course is offered as a programme course: Biology and Environmental Science - Bachelor's Programme Tuition fee: Tuition fee only for non-EU/EEA/Switzerland citizens: 19030 SEK Cycle: Bachelor’s level (G1N)
Subject: Technology Technique Technology
Course code: TE0019 Application code: SLU-20191 Location: Uppsala Distance course: No Language: Swedish Responsible department: Department of Energy and Technology Pace: 100%