Advanced Geographic Information Systems, 15 credits
The course is discontinued from 2021-06-28
Contents
During the course, students will acquire in-depth knowledge in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), mainly with applications within an environmental area. A number of projects in ArcGIS will be conducted during the course, for example using spatial analysis to investigate vegetation in an area, defining of catchments by using hydrological models, 3D-models, remote sensing analysis by using satellite images and aerial photographs.
Required Knowledge
60 ECTS credits in earth science/physical geography, or 60 ECTS credits in biology, chemistry or environmental science and 30 ECTS credits in earth science/physical geography. Also required is knowledge in geographic information systems, corresponding to the course Geographic information systems, 15 ECTS credits (course code 5GV007), or the courses Geographic information systems 1 Scientific data, 7,5 ECTS credits (course code 5GV018) and Geographic information systems 2 Scientific data, 7,5 ECTS credits (course code 5GV019), 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. Please contact the faculty.