JDF 271E - Geographic Information Science

Course Objectives

Geographic Information Science: This lecture covers the skills and knowledge about the concept, principles, techniques and practices of GIS such as geographical data, data models, data base, data quality, methods for data production, data collection, registration, storing, inquiring and analysis, GIS software, organizations and standards. The sections of the Geographic Information Science with the sciences of cartography, geodesy, photogrammetry and remote sensing will be emphasized pointing to its interdisciplinary usage and applications. The lecture will be supported with homeworks and seminar activities using GIS software.

Course Description

Geographic Information Science: This lecture covers the skills and knowledge about the concept, principles, techniques and practices of GIS such as geographical data, data models, data base, data quality, methods for data production, data collection, registration, storing, inquiring and analysis, GIS software, organizations and standards. The sections of the Geographic Information Science with the sciences of cartography, geodesy, photogrammetry and remote sensing will be emphasized pointing to its interdisciplinary usage and applications. The lecture will be supported with homeworks and seminar activities using GIS software.