Main Field of Study and progress level:
Earth Science/Physical Geography: First cycle, has less than 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirements
Grading scale: Pass with distinction, Pass, Fail
Responsible department: Department of Ecology and Environmental Science
Contents
The objective of the course is Geographic Information Systems, with a special focus on raster systems. During the course, students will practice the main functions of the Spatial Analyst extension in the software ArcGIS. Selection with overlay techniques, interpolation of point data to create surface maps, and handling of altitude data in different file formats are parts included in the course. Existing data bases are used during the course.
Required Knowledge
The course Geographic information systems 1, Scientific data, 7,5 ECTS credits (course code 5GV018), or equivalent knowledge. Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English A (IELTS (Academic) with a minimum overall score of 5.5 and no individual score below 5.0. TOEFL PBT (Paper-based Test) with a minimum total score of 530 and a minimum TWE score of 4. TOEFL iBT (Internet-based Test) with a minimum total score of 72 and a minimum score of 17 on the Writing Section).
Where the language of instruction is Swedish, applicants must prove proficiency in Swedish to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies.
Literature
The literature list is not available through the web.
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