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GIS - Introduction into Geoinformation Science and Technology
GIST - Einführung in die räumlichen Informationswissenschaften und -technologien
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:00:34
Abstract
Theoretical basics and fundamental concepts of Geographic Information Science (GIS) are imparted and subsequently further elaborated with the software ArcGIS.At the end, the students will be able to independently solve basic realistic GIS problems.
Objective
Students are able to - elucidate the theoretical and conceptional foundations of geographic information systems (GIS) - independently perform normal GIS work using commercial software and practical examples
Content
The course covers the following topics: - What is GIS? What are spatial data? - The representation of reality by means of spatial data models: vector, raster, TIN - The four phases of data modelling: Spatial, conceptual, logical and physical model - Possibilities of data collection - Transition of reference frame - Spatial Analysis I: query and manipulation of vector data - Spatial Analysis II: operators and functions with raster data - Digital elevation models and derived products - Process modelling with vector and raster data - Presentation possibilities of spatial data One Friday is reserved for a field trip or guest speaker;
Resources
Literature
Paul A. Longley, Michael F. Goodchild, David J. Maguire, David W. Rhind (2010): Geographic Information Systems and Science. John Wiley & Son, Ltd. Chichester. Norbert Bartelme (2005): Geoinformatik - Modelle, Strukturen, Funktionen. Springer Verlag. Heidelberg. Ralf Bill (2010): Grundlagen der Geo-Informationssysteme. 5., völlig neu bearbeitete Auflage. Wichmann Verlag. Heidelberg.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC , MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Registration & Places
- Max Places
- 75
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| lecture | GIST - Einführung in die räumlichen Informationswissenschaften und -technologien |
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2 h weekly |
| practical/laboratory course |
GIST - Einführung in die räumlichen Informationswissenschaften und -technologien
Für die Übungen müssen die Studierenden auf verschiedene Zeitfenster aufgeteilt werden. Zur Verfügung stehen: Dienstag 12 - 14 und Fr 14 - 16 Uhr. Bei Bedarf auch Mo 10 - 12. Eine Zuteilung wird in der ersten Semesterwoche durchgeführt.
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3 h weekly |
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Environmental Planning (101-0515-00 Projektmanagement and 103-0313-00 Raum- und Landschaftsentwicklung are prerequisites for the Master's degree programme in Spatial Development and Infrastructure Systems and should be successfully completed in the Bachelor's degree if possible.)
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