The students

• know about the availability of different environmental data sources at national, European and international level
• are able to perform structured research for existing environmental data and assess such data sources based on given requirements ("fitness-for-use")
• understand basic principles of data quality aspects in the context of environmental data
• are able to integrate environmental data from heterogeneous data sources with GIS

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Geodata are an essential component in the successful application of GI systems in the context of environmental projects. Requirements for completeness, timeliness, correctness and structure of a database directly influence the application and success of an environmental project.
The common existing sources for spatial data are discussed and the essential basics for the critical assessment of the data quality of spatial data are presented. A special focus is given on open data and open government initiatives at national, European and world-wide level.
Key concepts for evaluation and integration of data from heterogeneous data sources with GIS are discussed.

Devillers R., Jeansoulin R. (Eds.). Fundamentals of Spatial Data Quality. Wiley & Sons. 2010; ISBN: 978-0-470-39481-6

Lecture, practical lab exercises, documentation and presentation, problem-based learning

Integrated module examination
Immanent examination character:
Active participation in-class, short tests, Lab assignments, presentation