L5-2 GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS
| Title | ΣΥΣΤΗΜΑΤΑ ΓΕΩΓΡΑΦΙΚΩΝ ΠΛΗΡΟΦΟΡΙΩΝ / L5-2 GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS |
| Code | Ε5-2 |
| Faculty | Engineering |
| School | School of Spatial Planning and Development |
| Cycle / Level | 1st / Undergraduate |
| Teaching Period | Winter |
| Coordinator | Dimitrios Kaimaris |
| Common | Yes |
| Status | Active |
| Course ID | 20002273 |
Programme of Study: PPS Tmīmatos Mīchanikṓn CΗōrotaxías kai Anáptyxīs (2020-sīmera)
Registered students: 162
| Orientation | Attendance Type | Semester | Year | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KORMOS | Compulsory Course | 5 | 3 | 5 |
| Academic Year | 2021 – 2022 |
| Class Period | Winter |
| Faculty Instructors |
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| Weekly Hours | 4 |
| Class ID | 600200446
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Course Type 2016-2020
- Background
- Scientific Area
- Skills Development
Course Type 2011-2015
Specific Foundation / Core
Mode of Delivery
- Face to face
Digital Course Content
- e-Study Guide https://qa.auth.gr/en/class/1/600200446
Language of Instruction
- Greek (Instruction, Examination)
Learning Outcomes
Students are expected to take the course
• understand the theoretical axes and basic concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), spatial and descriptive data, parts of a GIS, spatial phenomena and methodologies and techniques for modeling and rendering spatial phenomena, spatial relationships, spatial relations , etc.
• link theory to practice through the use of GIS software
• are trained in the software structures of a GIS.
• trained in database creation tools and spatial data analysis.
• are trained in solving spatial problems with the help of software.
General Competences
- Apply knowledge in practice
- Retrieve, analyse and synthesise data and information, with the use of necessary technologies
- Adapt to new situations
- Make decisions
- Work autonomously
- Work in an interdisciplinary team
- Appreciate diversity and multiculturality
- Respect natural environment
- Be critical and self-critical
- Advance free, creative and causative thinking
Course Content (Syllabus)
Introduction to basic concepts of GIS. GIS Historical development. GIS Basic procedures and components. Data collection. Spatial phenomena, properties, methodologies and technical performance of spatial phenomena. Spatial relationships (topology, Geometric Characteristics of Phenomena, Properties). Forms of spatial phenomena (Vector, Mosaic). Methods of descriptive data. Digital Elevation Models. Three-dimensional terrain model creation. Networks analysis. The use of GIS in relatives sciences with particular reference to the spatial development, spatial and urban planning. GIS organization and selection methods. GIS practical application in Department disciplines.
Educational Material Types
- Notes
- Slide presentations
- Book
Use of Information and Communication Technologies
Use of ICT
- Use of ICT in Course Teaching
- Use of ICT in Laboratory Teaching
- Use of ICT in Communication with Students
Description
The teaching of the theory is carried out in the halls of the Department, utilizing electronic teaching / presentation.
The laboratory exercises conducted in the islets of Computer Department, utilizing both GIS software, and electronic teaching / presentation.
Detailed information and data provided in the course blackboard. It is also a communication tool with students (announcements, etc.).
Course Organization
| Activities | Workload | ECTS | Individual | Teamwork | Erasmus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 32 | ✓ | |||
| Laboratory Work | 20 | ✓ | |||
| Reading Assigment | 55 | ✓ | |||
| Tutorial | 26 | ✓ | |||
| Exams | 2 | ✓ | |||
| Total | 135 |
Student Assessment
Description
The examination is initially in the classroom (theory) and then in the laboratories of the Department (lab exercises), after the completion of 13 weeks of instruction. The examination is performed in Theory and laboratory exercises. Specifically, in the laboratories of the Department, students are asked to solve exercises, which are similar to the exercises taught during the semester. The theory exam is 60%, and the examination in the laboratory for 40% of the final grade.
Student Assessment methods
- Written Exam with Short Answer Questions (Summative)
- Written Exam with Problem Solving (Formative, Summative)
- Labortatory Assignment (Formative, Summative)
Bibliography
Course Bibliography (Eudoxus)
Συστήματα Γεωγραφικών Πληροφοριών-Θεωρητική προσέγγιση και εργαστηριακές ασκήσεις. ISBN: 978-960-9717-16-8. Συγγραφέας: Δημήτριος Ε. Καϊμάρης, Νικόλαος Καρανικόλας.
Εισαγωγή στα συστήματα γεωγραφικών πληροφοριών ArcGIS/ArcView. ISBN: 960-351-721-6. Συγγραφέας: Ζήσου, Αντώνιος Κ., Εκδόσεις: Σταμούλη Α.Ε.
Additional bibliography for study
Ασκήσεις και δεδομένα σε ψηφιακή μορφή στο blackboad.
Last Update
16-11-2020
