Geographic Information Systems

Non applicable

Exhibit theory / practice of the cartography principles; Performing exercises with maps, reading, analysis and information extraction; Exhibit theory / practice of the GPS systems principles; Field work of the various instruments used in data information collection and orientation; Exhibit theory / practice of the GIS concepts; Use of GIS in spatial analysis, information visualization and map production.

1. To understand the principles and methods used to carry out geographic information surveys, information processing and map production;

2. To understand the methods used for reading maps, and orientation in the territory;

3. To use position data collection systems positions and orientation (GPS, others);

4. To produce thematic maps and geographic information oriented to touristic activities.

1. Maps principles (cartographic representation, projection systems, coordinate systems, scales, altimetry, planimetry, colors, symbols and cartographic design principles);

2. Territory understanding, based on a military map (elevation, topographical profile, slope, aspect, orientation);

3. Principles of Global Positioning Systems (GPS), positions data collection and navigation;

4. Instruments used in cartography and orientation (compass, altimeter, clinometer, EDM, GPS and Tacheometer)

5. Orientation activities using, natural elements, charts, compasses, and GPS;

6. Principles of Geographic Information Systems (GIS);

7. Using spatial analysis tools and  cartographic production in GIS.

• - Written test - 50.0%
• - 3 practical works - 50.0%

• - Written test - 100.0%

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