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Lecturer(s)
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Course content
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1. Introduction to GIS: the definition of GIS, GIS components, non-spatial and spatial data, map layers, spatial inter-connection. 2. Data in GIS: vector and raster map layers, TIN. Analytical Operations I. 3. Analytical operations II. 4. Vector data: points, lines and surfaces, ways of their storage, topology. GIS data formats. 5. Coordinate systems and map projections. 6. Map servers and other network geoinformation services. 7. Digital terrain models and 3D imaging in GIS. Modelling of processes in GIS. 8. Principles of remote sensing. 9. Principles of remote sensing II. 10. Adjustment of visualisation and visual interpretation of remote sensing data. 11. Qualitative and quantitative analysis of remote sensing data. 12. Qualitative and quantitative analysis of remote sensing data II. 13. Examples of the use of GIS and remote sensing data in the field of environmental protection.
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Monologic (reading, lecture, briefing), Skills training
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Learning outcomes
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Master the basic processes of various stages of the analytical GIS project from data acquisition and customization to the presentation of the results. To get an overview of the current developments in the field of GIS generally, and in environmental applications.
The student after completion of the course should be able to work independently with geographical information systems and have an overview of the possibilities of their use in the field of environmental protection.
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Prerequisites
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Basics of work with the PC.
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Written examination, Home assignment evaluation
Completion of a practical test at the computer, and an explanation of steps taken.
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Recommended literature
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Booth B., Mitchel A. Začínáme s ArcGIS. Praha, 2001.
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Brunclík, Tomáš. Informační systémy v ochraně životního prostředí : geoinformační technologie. Pardubice: Univerzita Pardubice, 2013. ISBN 978-80-7395-670-7.
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Halounová, L., Pavelka, K. Dálkový průzkum Země.. Praha, 2005. ISBN 978-80-0103-124-7.
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Jensen, J.R. Remote sensing of the environment: an Earth resource perspective. Second Edition.. Harlow, 2007. ISBN 9780131889507.
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