872000 GIS and remote sensing in geosciences

Type
Lecture and exercise
Semester hours
2
Lecturer (assistant)
Fey, Christine , Straka, Wolfgang
Organisation
Offered in
Sommersemester 2024
Languages of instruction
Englisch
Content

GIS and remote sensing are important tools in the geosciences for a variety of questions (mapping, topographic characterisations, terrain and change detection analyses, etc.). The aim of the course is to understand these tools from data collection to data evaluation and to apply them to specific problems in an efficient way. The specific questions in the lecture relate to applications in the area of alpine natural hazards and geomorphological/geological processes, but are also transferable to other applications in forestry and hydrography.
The following contents are covered:
- Maps from open data (GIS implementation of worldwide terrain and topographic maps)
- Data acquisition with satellites, airplanes, drones, and terrestrial methods
- Photogrammetry and laser scanning
- Different types of GIS software for different applications
- File formats e.g. 3D data, 2D raster, image data
- Introduction to SAGA GIS
- Interpretation and time series analysis of terrain models and orthophotos
- Recognizing and understanding terrain changes
- Creating of meaningful maps and reports
Prior knowledge of the GIS programs ArcGIS or QGIS is a prerequisite for the course.
Previous knowledge expected

Basic understanding of computing, basic knowledge of Geographic Information Systems e.g. ArcGIS or QGIS
Objective (expected results of study and acquired competences)

Ability to independently and creatively use GIS and remote sensing techniques for various tasks in applied geosciences.
You can find more details like the schedule or information about exams on the course-page in BOKUonline.