Course: Geographic Information Systems 2

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Course title Geographic Information Systems 2
Course code KEN/KGIS2
Organizational form of instruction Lecture
Level of course Master
Year of study not specified
Semester Winter
Number of ECTS credits 5
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory
Form of instruction unspecified
Work placements unspecified
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Vocetková Klára, Mgr. Ph.D.
  • Klufová Renata, doc. RNDr. Ph.D.
Course content
1. Introduction to spatial data analysis. 2. Raster data interpolation. Map algebra. 3. Digital Terrain Model. Introduction to Model Builder. 4. Topographic Surface Analysis. 5. Distance Analysis. Hydrological modelling. 6. 3D Analysis in GIS. 7. Network Analysis. 8. Geostatistical Modelling 1. 9. Geostatistical Modelling 2. 10. Spatial Regression Models. 11. Geographically Weighted Regression. 12. Temporal analysis of the movement and changes of objects.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Monologic (reading, lecture, briefing), Dialogic (discussion, interview, brainstorming), Demonstration, E-learning
  • Field trip - 4 hours per semester
  • Preparation for classes - 20 hours per semester
  • Semestral paper - 10 hours per semester
  • Preparation for credit - 55 hours per semester
  • Preparation for exam - 35 hours per semester
  • Class attendance - 16 hours per semester
Learning outcomes
The aim of the course is to deepen the knowledge gained in the subject GIS1 especially on advanced spatial analysis.
Student masters usually used and also advanced types of spatial analysis in GIS environment and their specifics. Student is capable to process complex project of GIS independently.
Prerequisites
Prerequisites: KMI/MINF, KMI/MINFA Managerial Informatics, KMI/GIS1 Geographic Information Systems 1
KEN/CGIS1
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KEN/GIS1
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KEN/KGIS1
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KEN/OGIS1

Assessment methods and criteria
Student performance assessment, Combined exam, Test, Seminar work

Credit: processing of credits exercises in the Moodle e-learning system (at least 60% of the course assignments given in the course - correctly and in the required quality - it is necessary to submit the solution for all assigned tasks) Exam: exam written and oral, minimum for successful completion of written test (test): 60% of the correct answers.
Recommended literature
  • de Smith, M., J., Goodchild, M., F., Longley, P., A. Geospatial Analysis. A Comprehensive Guide to Principles, Techniques and Software Tools.. Leicester, 2007. ISBN 1-905886-60-8.
  • Fischer, M., M.,Getis, A. Handbook of Applied Spatial Analysis. Springer, Heidelberg, 2010. ISBN 978-3-642-03646-0.
  • Fischer, M., M.,Getis, A. Handbook of Applied Spatial Analysis. S, 2010. ISBN 978-3-642-03646-0.
  • Hlásny, T. Geografické informačné systémy. Priestorové analýzy. Zvolen, 2007. ISBN 978-80-8093-029-5.
  • Ježek, J. Geostatistika a prostorová interpolace.. Praha: Karolinum, 2015. ISBN 978-80-246-3076-2.
  • Křížek, M., Uxa, T., Mida, P. Praktikum morfometrických analýz reliéfu.. Praha: Karolinum, 2016. ISBN 978-80-246-3244-5.
  • Longley, P., A. a kol. Geografické informace: systémy a věda (překlad z anglického originálu).. Olomouc: UJEP Olomouc., 2016. ISBN 978-80-244-5008-7.
  • Nielson, D. (ed.). Geographic Information Systems (GIS): Techniques, Applications and Technologies.. New York: nova publishers, 2014. ISBN 978-1-63321-294-7.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Economics Study plan (Version): Structural Policy of the EU and Rural Development (3) Category: Economy 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: Winter