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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| GEOLOGY ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | JS203 |
| Name | Geographic Information Systems |
| Term | 2018-2019 Academic Year |
| Semester | 3. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-1 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2.5 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. TOLGA ÇAN |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. TOLGA ÇAN
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To teach the basic concepts and principles of the Geographic Information Systems, and the effective use of Geographic Information Systems on certain geological applications.
Course Content
To teach the basic concepts and principles of the Geographic Information Systems, and the effective use of Geographic Information Systems on certain geological applications.
Course Precondition
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learns to create three-dimensional model of the geological structure and evaluate the digital terrain analyses in Geographic Information Systems environment. |
| LO02 | 3D modelling of the terrain |
| LO03 | Construction of the geo database of the environmental variables using Digital terrain modelling and related derivative maps |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Uses Fundamental Geological information, having necessary information in Mathematical and Natural sciences and employs theoretical and applied information in these areas in engineering solutions. Identifies, formulizes and solves geological problems. Realizes the social effects of identified solutions for geological problems. Identifies, defines, formulizes and solves engineering problems. Chooses and applies the appropriate analytical and modelling techniques for this purpose. | 5 |
| PLO02 | - | Uses necessary techniques and instruments for geological applications Identifies rock types, draws geological maps and cross sections. Investigates and reports all kinds of natural resources and geological hazards | 3 |
| PLO03 | - | Thinks, interprets, analyzes and synthesizes geological events in 3D. Chooses and applies necessary methods and instruments for engineering applications. Uses the information technology effectively. | 0 |
| PLO04 | - | Designs and performs experiments, collects data and interprets the results. | 0 |
| PLO05 | - | Works and undertakes responsibility in solving geological problems both individually and in multidiciplinary working groups | 4 |
| PLO06 | - | Investigates to obtain scientific information, and uses data bases and other data sources actively. Has an awareness of life long learning; follows developments in science and technology to keep up to date | 4 |
| PLO07 | - | Initiates effective interactions in Turkish both orally and in written form, and speaks at least one foreign language. Defines necessities in learning in scientific, social, cultural and artistic areas and improves himself/herself continuously. | 5 |
| PLO08 | - | Knows job related and ethical responsibilities, project management, office applications and safety, and realizes juridical responsibilities of engineering applications. Knows the universal and societal effects of engineering solutions and applications. Has an awareness of entrepreneuring and innovative subjects; knows and finds solutions for the new century. | 4 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | History, databases and data types of the Geographic Information Systems (GIS). | Reading | |
| 2 | General information about cartography; history and importance of maps. Classification of maps considering, scale, type and usage. | Study on previous lectures and software installation | |
| 3 | Map projections, geoid and ellipsoid models of the world, geodetic datum, criteria for the selection of the map projection and datum. | Study on previous lectures and homework | |
| 4 | General functions of GIS, data collection, storage, query, analysis, display and layout operations. | Study on previous lectures and homework | |
| 5 | GIS software installation and operation. and general information about the menu and terminology. | Study on previous lectures and homework | |
| 6 | Georectification of the maps and images. Creation of databases. | Study on previous lectures and homework | |
| 7 | Digitization of GIS vector data. Point, line and polygon type data entry, and file creation. | Study on previous lectures and homework | |
| 8 | Mid-term exam | Mid-term exam Preparation | |
| 9 | Raster data base creation and re-classification | Study on previous lectures and homework | |
| 10 | Applications related to Spatial analysis. | Study on previous lectures and homework | |
| 11 | Geoprocessing applications | Study on previous lectures and homework | |
| 12 | Digital elevation model, the cross-sections creation of maps of the underground water table, | Study on previous lectures and homework | |
| 13 | Hydrological modeling, catchment and drainage network generation | Study on previous lectures and homework | |
| 14 | Buffer zoning, calculations of the area and voulume for reserve calculation with surface extension tools. | Study on previous lectures and homework | |
| 15 | Layout preperation for maps and images. | Study on previous lectures and homework | |
| 16 | Final Exam | Preparing for final exam | |
| 17 | Final Exam | Preparing for final exam |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |