Geographic Information Systems
Course description sheet
Basic information
- Field of study
- Geospatial Computer Science
- Major
- -
- Organisational unit
- Faculty of Geo-Data Science, Geodesy, and Environmental Engineering
- Study level
- First-cycle (engineer) programme
- Form of study
- Full-time studies
- Profile
- General academic
- Didactic cycle
- 2022/2023
- Course code
- DGEIS.Ii20.06400.22
- Lecture languages
- English
- Mandatoriness
- Elective
- Block
- Elective Modules in Foreign Language
- Course related to scientific research
- Yes
Lecturer
Agnieszka Malinowska, Ryszard Hejmanowski
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Period
Semester 6
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Method of verification of the learning outcomes
Completing the classes
Activities and hours
Lectures:
15
Project classes: 15 |
Number of ECTS credits
3
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Course's learning outcomes
| Code | Outcomes in terms of | Learning outcomes prescribed to a field of study | Methods of verification |
| Knowledge – Student knows and understands: | |||
| W1 | basic principles of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) | GEI1A_W03, GEI1A_W04, GEI1A_W06, GEI1A_W07 | Activity during classes, Participation in a discussion, Execution of exercises, Case study |
| W2 | complex spatio-temporal analysis in GIS | GEI1A_W03, GEI1A_W06, GEI1A_W08 | Execution of a project, Project, Involvement in teamwork |
| Skills – Student can: | |||
| U1 | new ways of solving problems in GIS; is able to handle and analyze digital data in vector formats and raster formats; can resolve problems in GIS independely; can present and provide documentation of the study | GEI1A_U04, GEI1A_U10, GEI1A_U11, GEI1A_U13 | Activity during classes, Participation in a discussion, Execution of exercises, Execution of a project, Project, Case study, Oral answer |
| Social competences – Student is ready to: | |||
| K1 | work in a team and appreciate the value of teamwork; is open to new ways of solving problems; is able to discuss and crtique methods applied for resolving problems; can express their ideas and solutions implemented through public speaking; can establish weaknesses in the methods applied; can defend thesis; understands and appreciates intellectual property | GEI1A_K01, GEI1A_K02, GEI1A_K03 | Participation in a discussion, Involvement in teamwork, Presentation, Oral answer |
Program content ensuring the achievement of the learning outcomes prescribed to the module
The course objective is to expand a practical understanding of GIS concepts, techniques and applications (QGIS, Geomedia Professional).
Student workload
| Activity form | Average amount of hours* needed to complete each activity form | |
| Lectures | 15 | |
| Project classes | 15 | |
| Preparation for classes | 10 | |
| Realization of independently performed tasks | 15 | |
| Contact hours | 5 | |
| Preparation of project, presentation, essay, report | 15 | |
| Student workload |
Hours
75
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| Workload involving teacher |
Hours
30
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* hour means 45 minutes
Program content
| No. | Program content | Course's learning outcomes | Activities |
| 1. |
Lectures content: 1. Course Concerns The course objective is to expand a practical understanding of GIS concepts, techniques and applications .Students will be prepared to develop project in GIS based on the assumptions and interpretations of the selected information (QGIS, Geomedia Professional). 2. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: -understand basic principles of GIS, -integrate different data in GIS, - carry out complex attribute and spatial analysis in GIS, - analyze and resolve problem in GIS, -map the result of analysis -present data in 3D 3. Tentative List of Topics Week 1-2: Introduction to GIS Week 3-6: Data integration in GIS. Database management. Attribute and spatial analysis, mapping, 3D modelling Week 7-10: Working with rasters Week 11-14 Resolving complex problems in GIS, Final project preparation |
W1, W2, U1, K1 | Lectures |
| 2. |
Content of the practical tasks: 1. Course Concerns The course objective is to expand a practical understanding of GIS concepts, techniques and applications .Students will be prepared to develop project in GIS based on the assumptions and interpretations of the selected information (QGIS, Geomedia Professional). 2. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: -understand basic principles of GIS, -integrate different data in GIS, - carry out complex attribute and spatial analysis in GIS, - analyze and resolve problem in GIS, -map the result of analysis -present data in 3D 3. Tentative List of Topics Week 1-2: Introduction to GIS Week 3-6: Data integration in GIS. Database management. Attribute and spatial analysis, mapping, 3D modelling Week 7-10: Working with rasters Week 11-14 Resolving complex problems in GIS, Final project preparation |
W1, W2, U1, K1 | Project classes |
Extended information/Additional elements
Teaching methods and techniques :
Group work, Case study, Discussion, Lectures
| Activities | Methods of verification | Credit conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Lectures | Activity during classes, Participation in a discussion, Execution of exercises, Execution of a project, Project, Case study, Involvement in teamwork, Presentation, Oral answer | |
| Project classes | Activity during classes, Participation in a discussion, Execution of exercises, Execution of a project, Project, Case study, Involvement in teamwork, Presentation, Oral answer |
Method of determining the final grade
Grading is based on a series of : • individual work in GIS 50%, • discussion 10%, • collaborative research projects 40%.
Prerequisites and additional requirements
English language
As all courses are given in English, proficiency in the English language is a prerequisite. Please note: the requirements when applying for fellowships may vary according to the regulations of the fellowship provider. English language tests: minimum requirements B2 level.
Computer skills
Applicants for the course should know at least MS office package
Rules of participation in given classes, indicating whether student presence at the lecture is obligatory
Lectures: Studenci uczestniczą w zajęciach poznając kolejne treści nauczania zgodnie z syllabusem przedmiotu. Studenci winni na bieżąco zadawać pytania i wyjaśniać wątpliwości. Rejestracja audiowizualna wykładu wymaga zgody prowadzącego. Project classes: Studenci wykonują prace praktyczne mające na celu uzyskanie kompetencji zakładanych przez syllabus. Ocenie podlega sposób wykonania projektu oraz efekt końcowy.
Literature
Obligatory- Required Textbooks:
- There is no required textbook. Required readings will be posted, including a mix of web sites and refereed journal articles from our Library’s online collection.
- Recommended Texts:
- While not required, you may want to add one or more of the following to your personal library:
- http://www.qgistutorials.com/en/
- http://community.hexagongeospatial.com/t5/GeoMedia-Tutorials/tkb-p/KS_GeoMedia_TutorialsKB
- http://www.itc.nl/library/papers_2009/general/PrinciplesGIS.pdf
- http://giscommons.org/
- https://opentextbc.ca/natureofgeographicinformation/
Scientific research and publications
Publications- 1. Building damage risk assessment on mining terrains in Poland with GIS application / A. MALINOWSKA, R. HEJMANOWSKI // International Journal of Rock Mechanics & Mining Sciences ; ISSN 1365-1609. — 2010 vol. 47 iss. 2, s. 238–245. — Bibliogr. s. 245, Abstr.. — tekst: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1365160909001488/pdfft?md5=d9b4d66b52fd98936b05474d41fd845a&pid=1-s2.0-S1365160909001488-main.pdf
- 2. Badania nad możliwością wykorzystania otwartych systemów informacji geograficznej do oceny zagrożenia powierzchni terenu deformacjami nieciągłymi : (wyłonienie stref zagrożonych, prognozowanie zagrożenia przy wykorzystaniu modeli funkcyjnych) — Research on sinkhole risk estimation with use of open source geographic information systems : (establishment of the hazardous zones, surface hazard estimation with the use of function models) / Agnieszka MALINOWSKA, Konrad Dziarek // Przegląd Górniczy ; ISSN 0033-216X. — 2013 t. 69 nr 11, s. 32–40. — Bibliogr. s. 40, Streszcz., Abstr.
- 3. Badania nad możliwością wykorzystania otwartych systemów informacji geograficznej do oceny zagrożenia powierzchni terenu deformacjami nieciągłymi : (wyłonienie stref zagrożonych, prognozowanie zagrożenia przy wykorzystaniu modeli funkcyjnych) — Research on sinkhole risk estimation with use of open source geographic information systems : (establishment of the hazardous zones, surface hazard estimation with the use of function models) / Agnieszka MALINOWSKA, Konrad Dziarek // Przegląd Górniczy ; ISSN 0033-216X. — 2013 t. 69 nr 11, s. 32–40. — Bibliogr. s. 40, Streszcz., Abstr.
- 4. Classification and regression tree theory application for assessment of building damage caused by surface deformation / Agnieszka MALINOWSKA // Natural Hazards (Dodrecht) ; ISSN 0921-030X. — 2014 vol. 73 iss. 2, s. 317–334. — Bibliogr. s. 333–334, Abstr.. — tekst: http://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007%2Fs11069-014-1070-2.pdf
- 5. Modelling of cave-in occurrence using AHP and GIS / A. A. MALINOWSKA, K. Dziarek // Natural Hazards and Earth System Sciences ; ISSN 1561-8633. — 2014 vol. 14 no. 8, s. 1945–1951. — Bibliogr. s. 1950–1951, Abstr.. — tekst: http://www.nat-hazards-earth-syst-sci.net/14/1945/2014/nhess-14-1945-2014.pdf
- 6. Mining damage decision support system based on fuzzy inference and GIS / HEJMANOWSKI Ryszard, MALINOWSKA Agnieszka // W: 11. Geokinematischer Tag des Institutes für Markscheidewesen und Geodäsie : am 6. und 7. Mai 2010 in Freiberg / Hrsg. A. Sroka. — Essen : VGE Verlag GmbH, cop. 2010. — (Schriftenreihe des Institutes für Markscheidewesen und Geodäsie an der Technischen Universität Bergakademie Freiberg ; H. 2010-1). — Opis część. wg okł.. — ISBN: 978-3-86797-099-0. — S. 123–131. — Bibliogr. s. 121–139, Abstr.. — Tekst w języku niemieckim
- 7. Możliwości oceny zagrożenia deformacjami powierzchni terenu górniczego przy wykorzystaniu GIS i logiki rozmytej — Assessment abilities of deformation hazard of mining area surface using GIS aand fuzzy logic / Ryszard HEJMANOWSKI, Agnieszka MALINOWSKA // Przegląd Górniczy ; ISSN 0033-216X. — 2010 t. 66 nr 7–8, s. 12–17. — Bibliogr. s. 16–17, Streszcz., Summ., Zsfassung, Rés., Rez.