Ecosystem Analysis
Ökosystemanalyse
6 CPSummerENno longer offered
Prerequisites
Recommended, as written
Basic knowledge in mathematics, statistics and computer sciences
Contents
The lectures deal with the introduction to GIS software, data and services, coordinate reference systems, vector data management and analysis, raster data management and analysis, GIS and related data base standards, information modelling within GIS, WEB-GIS and mobile GIS techniques and solutions, metadata and INSPIRE initiative, remote sensing data analysis, environmental information systems and Web portals, interfacing to other software systems and GIS as modelling framework. Besides general GIS application in environmental related projects a specific focus is given to data analysis for ecosystem relevant problems. Application examples and case studies are provided for student assignments as practical training using standard GIS software (e.g. ArcGIS and QGIS) and watershed management tools (e.g. SWAT).
Learning outcomes
Understanding GIS technology and information management for ecosystem analysis, knowledge of data modelling and analysis with spatial references, skills working with GIS as Desktop application and using Web services, refresh of database and programming technology and workflow modelling, competences in GIS application in environmental and water related projects related to ecosystems and land-use changes. Basic understanding of statistical analysis methods for time and space related environmental data for ecosystem analysis.
Assessment
• Three assignments during the semester (each 10% -> all togehter 30%) • Written exam (70%) The written exam will be offered two times during the semester (e.g. last week of lecture period, mid of September). To pass the module, participants needs 50% of the total points from the assignments and the written exam. Participants have to participate in at least one of the two offered written exams. Participants can participate in both written exams, in this case the mean value of the two results will be considered for the final mark.
Literature (1)
- Teaching material and a list of recommended literature will be published in the Internet/Intranet, links will be given to the module participants.
Remarks
The module is a phase-out module. It is not offered any more since summer semester 2020! Registration to this phase-out module is not possible. Students looking for a resit based on a participation in the past should contact the responsible staff members.
Source: BTU's module description · retrieved 18 Oct 2026Original