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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| GEOLOGY ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | JZ224 |
| Name | Geographical Information Systems |
| Term | 2021-2022 Academic Year |
| Semester | 4. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-1 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2.5 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. TOLGA ÇAN |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. TOLGA ÇAN
(Bahar)
(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
The basic concepts and principles of the Geographic Information Systems, and the effective use of Geographic Information Systems on certain geological applications.
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learns the basic concepts and components used in Geographic Information Systems. |
| LO02 | Gains knowledge about the basic map information and map classes. |
| LO03 | Have knowledge about spatial database and data types |
| LO04 | Have knowledge about the map projections, their selection criteria and limitations. |
| LO05 | Can perform data collection, analysis and querying in Geographic Information Systems |
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. | 4 |
| 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 | 4 |
| 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. | 3 |
| PLO04 | - | Designs and performs experiments, collects data and interprets the results. | 3 |
| PLO05 | - | Works and undertakes responsibility in solving geological problems both individually and in multidiciplinary working groups | 3 |
| 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. | 1 |
| 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. | 3 |
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. | Repetition of the previous lesson and program installation | |
| 3 | Map projections, geoid and ellipsoid models of the world, geodetic datum, criteria for the selection of the map projection and datum. | Repetition of previous courses and homework | |
| 4 | Classification of maps considering, scale, type and usage. | Repetition of previous courses and homeworkn | |
| 5 | GIS software installation and operation. and general information about the menu and terminology. | Repetition of previous courses and homework | |
| 6 | Georectification of the maps and images. Creation of databases. | Repetition of previous courses and homework | |
| 7 | Digitization of GIS vector data. Point, line and polygon type data entry, and file creation. | Repetition of previous courses and homework | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Preparation for the exam | |
| 9 | Raster data base creation and re-classification | Repetition of previous courses and homework | |
| 10 | Applications related to Spatial analysis. | Repetition of previous courses and homework | |
| 11 | Geoprocessing applications | Repetition of previous courses and homework | |
| 12 | Digital elevation model, the cross-sections creation of maps of the underground water table | Repetition of previous courses and homework | |
| 13 | Hydrological modeling, catchment and drainage network generation | Repetition of previous courses and homework | |
| 14 | Buffer zoning, calculations of the area and voulume for reserve calculation with surface extension tools. | Repetition of previous courses and homework | |
| 15 | Layout preperation for maps and images. | Repetition of previous courses and homework | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Preparation for the exam | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Preparation for the 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 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 116 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,64 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||