Key words
GIS, geographical information system, relational database
Objectives
- In depth exploration of the use and (analysis) possibilities of a GIS;
- Critical analysis of the available digital data in Flanders;
- Construction of a GIS-database for decision support.
Topics
- Data structures for setting up GIS-databank.
- Modelling of reality.
- GIS as an instrument for decision support: in depth exploration of the possibilities for GIS analyses.
- Quality of the geographical and the attribute data.
- Developments and availability of spatial digital data in Flanders, GRB, AGIV
- Project work: design of GIS-database and analysis
Prerequisites
Final objectives of GIS I en Geodesy
Final Objectives
Key competence 1: To be able to interpret, manage and analyse information with a geographical dimension. [SC9]
Amongst others:
- To be able to master the analysis possibilities of GIS software (ArcMap)
- To be able to use a GIS in a correct manner to analyse spatial data for decision support
- To be able to communicate the results of GIS analyses in proper manner
General competence 1: To be able to collect and process relevant scientific and technical information adequately. [AC2]
Amongst others:
- To be able to apply scientific and technical insights on social and policy problems and to communicate possible solutions clearly and efficiently.
- To be able to solve complex problems adequately and to communicate about that clearly both with professionals and others.
General competence 2: To be able to apply scientific insights, independently and in team, on complex scientific and/ or engineering problems. [AIC1]
Amongst others:
- To be able to combine and link knowledge and insights from several disciplines in a creative and original manner and to be able to clearly communicate about that.
Materials used
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Textbook: Antrop, M., De Maeyer, Ph., (2005), Theoretische basisconcepten van GIS, Academia Press, viii + 207 pp.
Teachers notes and other documents are available via the electronic learning environment.
Software: ArcGIS 9.x
Websites
References:
P. Hendriks & H. Ottens (red.), 1997. Geografische Informatie systemen in ruimtelijk onderzoek. Van Gorcum.
P. Burrough & R.McDonnell, 1998. Principles of Geographical Information systems. Oxford University Press.
www.agiv.be
Study costs
Cost: 12.0 EUR
Costs linked with printing the teachers notes. The textbook (EUR 25) course was already purchased within the framework of the subdivision of training GIS I.
Study guidance
Personal contact with the teacher: the teacher is available outside the contact hours for answering questions and solving practical problems concerning the subdivision of training (by means of e-mail, or after appointment).
Teaching Methods
Lectures, demonstrations, possibly completed with seminar and/ or company visit
Project work (individually or in a team)
Assessment
Oral examination with written preparation (70%)
Project work: 30%
Lecturer(s)
Greta Deruyter
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