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Advanced geographic information and remote sensingLaajuus (5 cr)

Code: WT00FN82

Credits

5 op

Objective

You are able to create geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing (RS) and global position systems (GNSS, GPS) based data and models. Using these skills the course focuses on applying GIS, RS and GNSS models in environmental monitoring and research. You are able to manage and edit existing geographic information models and make information queries to environmental data archives and analyse data in meaningful ways.

Content

How are GIS and RS models created?

Which tools, software and platforms are used to create such models?

What is the purpose of GIS and RS models?

How can you apply existing or new models for environmental and forestry research?

Qualifications

Recommended to complete the course: Geographical information systems (GIS)