Digital Environmental Data Analysis and Visualization (ILV)

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Course numberB2.09090.40.041
Course codeEnvDatAnVi
Curriculum2024
Semester of degree program Semester 4
Mode of delivery Presencecourse
Units per week3,0
ECTS credits5,0
Language of instruction English

The students are able to

  • apply basic principles of spatial and non-spatial data analysis techniques
  • describe basic methods of spatial statistics
  • explain principles of cartography and spatial visualization
  • design and implement environmental data analysis workflows
  • design maps and communicate visually using maps

This module teaches

  • attributive and spatial analysis methods for vector data
  • point-pattern analysis
  • raster-based spatial analysis methods
  • raster-based spatial analysis workflows and models
  • digital terrain analysis
  • the basics of (computer) cartography including knowledge of how digital technologies can be used in the construction and visualization of spatial information in the form of maps
  • practical work with Open Source GIS

De Smith M. J., Goodchild M.F., Longley P.A.: Geospatial Analysis. 6th edition, The Winchelsea Press. 2018
Slocum T.A., McMaster R.B., Kessler F.C., Howard H.H.: Thematic cartography and geovisualization. 3rd Edition. Pearson. 2009
MacEachren A.M.: How Maps Work: Representation, Visualization, and Design. The Guilford Press. 2005
Krygier J., Wood D.: Making Maps: A Visual Guide to Map Design for GIS. The Guilford Press. 2005

Lectures, practical lab exercises, interactive work, problem-based learning

Integrated module examination
Immanent examination character:
Active Participation in class, short tests, lab assignments, presentations