Geographic Information Systems

None.

• Conducting small projects in class, along with the exposure of the theory that supports the methodologies used in the realization of these same projects.
• The projects are carried out using mainly ESRI GIS software (https://www.esri.com).

• Master the specific vocabulary of the Science and Technology of Geographic Information Systems (GIS);
• Understand the fundamentals of geographic information;
• Search geographic information, build maps and share information;
• Develop methodologies for vector and raster spatial analysis;
• Apply spatial analysis processes in technological platforms.

1. Introduction to GIS.
2. Representation of geographic reality in digital support: raster and vector spatial data models.
3. Geographic databases and attribute tables.
4. Raster and vector analysis operations.
5. Applications to digital elevation models.
6. Spatial referencing systems.

1. Continuous assessment includes two tests:

• Each test assesses approximately half of the subject matter;
• Weight of each test in the final grade: 50%;
• Minimum required in each test: 30%;
• A student who chooses continuous assessment cannot take the regular season exam;
• Test dates: approximately halfway through the semester and during the last week of classes.

2. The evaluation by examination consists of a test on the entire subject.

3. The student passes the exam if the final grade is equal to or higher than 10 points (out of 20 points).

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