At the end of this course, the students; 1) Learn the basics, components and the applications of geographic information systems (GIS). 2) Know the spatial input and output data. 3) Get the fundamental knowledge about the coordinate systems and map projections. 4) Learn the database management systems. 5) Know the data quality. 6) Get an idea about the different types of data models and their applications. 7) Get an idea about the GIS analysis functions and thier application areas. 8) Learn the application development using available GIS software packages. 9) Gain the ability of reading, comprehending and presenting a scientific paper.
MODE OF DELIVERY
Face to face
PRE-REQUISITES OF THE COURSE
No
RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL PROGRAMME COMPONENT
BIL 342 - Database Systems
COURSE DEFINITION
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS). GIS architecture. GIS input and output data. Raster and Vector data models. Organization and representation of spatial data. Database management systems. Spatial data analysis(network analysis, proximity analysis, 3D visualization). Developing basic applications with available GIS software packages (ArcGIS, MapInfo, ArcView).
COURSE CONTENTS
WEEK
TOPICS
1st Week
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
2nd Week
GIS architecture.
3rd Week
GIS architecture.
4th Week
GIS input and output data.
5th Week
GIS input and output data.
6th Week
Raster and Vector data models.
7th Week
Raster and Vector data models.
8th Week
Mid-term
9th Week
Organization and representation of spatial data.
10th Week
Database management systems.
11th Week
Database management systems.
12th Week
Spatial data analysis (network analysis, proximity analysis, 3D visualization).
13th Week
Developing basic applications with available GIS software packages (ArcGIS, MapInfo, ArcView).
14th Week
Developing basic applications with available GIS software packages (ArcGIS, MapInfo, ArcView).
RECOMENDED OR REQUIRED READING
1. DeMers Michael N., Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems, 4/E, ISBN:0470129069, Wiley, 2008. 2. Wise Stephen Mark, GIS Basics, 1/E, ISBN: 0415246512, CRC Press, 2002.