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This entry is from Summer semester 2021 and might be obsolete. You can find a current equivalent here.
Cartography and GIS
(dt. Kartographie und GIS)
Level, degree of commitment | Basic module, compulsory elective module |
Forms of teaching and learning, workload |
K.A., (k.A.) |
Credit points, formal requirements |
6 CP Course requirement(s): Successful completion of 3-5 exercises Examination type: Written examination or project work (possibly also as group work) or written assignment |
Language, Grading |
German,The grading is done with 0 to 15 points according to the examination regulations for the degree program B.Sc. Geographie. |
Duration, frequency |
One semester, each winter semester |
Person in charge of the module's outline |
Contents
n.a. (see Qualification Goals and Business Event Announcements)
Qualification Goals
The module teaches the fundamentals of evaluating geographic data using geographic information systems as well as their visualization in the form of topographic and thematic maps or related illustrations. Students acquire knowledge in the application of simple spatial analysis procedures and the computer-aided creation of maps. The ability to communicate factual information using graphic means of expression is also taught. They will learn to apply appropriate methods depending on the data basis and problem and to assess the informative value of maps.
Prerequisites
None.
Applicability
Module imported from B.Sc. Geographie.
When studying M.Sc. Computer Science, this module can be attended in the study area Minor subject Geography.
The module is assigned to Methodological Group M1. Further information on eligibility can be found in the description of the study area.
Recommended Reading
(not specified)
Please note:
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