Study Guide

Objectives (course unit)

The student:
- knows what is meant by the term GIS
- is able to collect numerical data with a gps receiver and transfer it to a geographical information system
- knows how to search and download numerical spatial data
- knows how to edit GIS data, present it and seach objects from the data
- knows how to produce new spatial data and knows some of the the basic analyses
-is able to plan the data structure of the collected GIS data
-knows how to collect and transfer the collected data to the GIS system
- knows how to use spatial data in different forestry activities
- knows how to use GIS software and how to utilize data saved in other geographical information systems and has the basic skills to utilize the possibilities offererd by the development of GIS technology

Content (course unit)

Coordinate systems, numerical spatial data, management and utilization of spatial data, basic analyses of spatial data, satellite positioning, collecting and transfer of spatial data to GIS.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student knows how to download and add GIS data to the GIS program. He / she can make coordinate data determinations and manage the data, and distinguish between vector and raster data. The student knows how to modify the appearance of objects and make themed maps, - search for objects in map materials and save search results to their own map layers. He / she can store the location data on the gps device and transfer the data to the GIS system.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

In addition to the criteria above, the student will knows how to edit and draw feature objects, update feature data, produce vector spatial data, correct raster data for coordinates, create point objects based on coordinate values, and create a map outline of key elements

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

In addition to the criteria above, the student knows how to manage data in different coordinate systems, combine vector data and move objects from one level to another, and utilize shear and zone analysis for easy analysis.

Assessment scale

0-5