Spatial Data CollectionLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

On completion of the course the student will understand the quality of spatial data and will have a good command of the various methods of GIS data collection. The student will understand the processes of spatial data maintenance and will be able to evaluate the various methods of spatial data collection and their possibilities. The student will be able to maintain and develop spatial data.

Content

- GIS Data
- Data structures and Data models of GIS
- Methods of GIS data collection and management
- Quality of Spatial Data
- Spatial Databases
- Spatial Data Exchange

Qualifications

Geografical Information

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student is able to create a plan to collect GIS data for a given purpose using the necessary means of data collection.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student is able to create a plan to collect GIS data for a given purpose using the necessary means of data collection.