GIS and remote sensing (5 cr)
Code: YT00AF78-3009
General information
Enrollment
06.11.2023 - 17.11.2023
Timing
08.01.2024 - 31.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Mikkeli Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Environmental Technology
Teachers
- Shakil Regmi
Teacher in charge
Shakil Regmi
Groups
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YTMI21SMEnvironmental Technology, part-time studies
Objective
You know what geospatial data, geographic information systems (GIS) and remote
sensing methods mean.
You can describe how to use such systems.
You can collect geospatial data and make digital maps.
You know how to make information queries and analyses using geospatial data.
You can use geospatial data in environmental research.
Content
What are geospatial data and geographic information systems (GIS).
How can remote sensing and global position systems be utilized?
How is geospatial data collected and how are digital maps made?
How is geospatial data used in environmental research?
What are the development visions in the field of GIS and remote sensing?
Materials
The material presented and provided via e-platform of the course. Self-acquired materials.
Teaching methods
Scheduled track: Participate in exercises, teaching and supervision in accordance with the schedule. (No possibility for distance learning. It is presented at the beginning of the course.)
Employer connections
Familiar with the concepts of GIS consulting in Environmental Applications.
Exam schedules
Will be decided as per the schedule and in agreement with the participants.
International connections
NA
Student workload
Including classroom workload and independent workload, the total workload is 135 hours.
Content scheduling
• Basics and Fundamentals of Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Introduction to Remote Sensing
• Data types and applications of GIS
• Analysis methodology in GIS
• Lab and project work in GIS
Further information
If needed it will be provided during the lessons.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment methods and criteria
The evaluation is based on course assignments and exam. Detailed evaluation methods and criteria are shown at the beginning of the course.