Learning outcomes

• Master various methods for spatial data analysis in vector and raster format

• Use basic spatial data analysis tools

• Work with a GIS software

 

Goals

Acquire a knowledge of the GIS vocabulary and a global view of the possibilities offered by GIS in terms of acquisition, storage and analysis of spatial data, especially through different examples of GIS projects.

 

Content

  • Introduction to Geographical Information Systems
  • Raster and vector based data
  • Spatial Data sources
  • Data preparation
  • Spatial Analyses (spatial measures, overlays, mathematical operations, etc.)
  • Examples of GIS projects

 

Exercices

Content of exercices:

  • Familiarization with the ArcGis software and map production
  • Importation and data handling
  • Analyses of vectorial data
  • Analyses in raster format
  • Integrative exercises and problem resolution project

Teaching methods

The theoretical course is accompanied by practical sessions in a computer lab (QGIS software).

Assessment method

Written exam (theory; 40% of final mark) and practical exam on a computer (60% of final mark).

The evaluation is similar for the second session. All students who fail in the first session must retake both parts of the exam, even if they passed one of the two parts in the first session.

Sources, references and any support material

Recommended books:

  • Demers M.N. 2000. Fundamentals of GIS. New York, Wiley & sons.
  • Heywood I., Cornelius S., and Carver S. 2006. An Introduction to GIS (3rd edition). Harlow, Pearson Education Ltd.
  • Longley P., Goodchild M., Maguire D., and Rhind D. 2007. GIS and Science(2nd edition). Chichester, Wiley & Sons.

Language of instruction

French
Training Study programme Block Credits Mandatory
Master in Biology of Organisms and Ecology, Research focus Standard 0 4
Master in Smart Rurality, Professional focus in Territorial Diagnosis and Forecasting Standard 0 4
Bachelor in Geography : General Standard 0 4
Master in Smart Rurality, Professional focus in New Forms of Agriculture and Short Supply Chains Standard 0 4
Bachelor in Geology Standard 0 4
Master in Smart Rurality, Professional focus in Information Analysis and Management Standard 0 4
Standard 0 4
Master in Biology of Organisms and Ecology, Teaching focus Standard 0 4
Master in Smart Rurality, Professional focus in Geographical Issues and Methods Standard 0 4
Standard 0 4
Master in Smart Rurality, Professional focus in Environmental Mediation and Transition Standard 0 4
Master in Smart Rurality, Professional focus in Territorial Diagnosis and Forecasting Standard 1 4
Master in Smart Rurality, Professional focus in New Forms of Agriculture and Short Supply Chains Standard 1 4
Master in Smart Rurality, Professional focus in Information Analysis and Management Standard 1 4
Master in Smart Rurality, Professional focus in Geographical Issues and Methods Standard 1 4
Standard 1 4
Master in Biology of Organisms and Ecology, Research focus Standard 1 4
Master in Smart Rurality, Professional focus in Environmental Mediation and Transition Standard 1 4
Master in Biology of Organisms and Ecology, Teaching focus Standard 1 4
Bachelor in Geography : General Standard 2 4
Bachelor in Geology Standard 2 4
Standard 2 4
Master in Biology of Organisms and Ecology, Teaching focus Standard 2 4
Master in Biology of Organisms and Ecology, Research focus Standard 2 4