The course is connected to the following study programs
- Master of Architecture
- Master of Landscape Architecture
Course description
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) provide students with the opportunity to collect, edit, analyze, and visualize geographic data, either as prerequisite or as an integrated part of project development. The course will introduce basic concepts and methods in mapping, spatial analysis, and GIS. As a case, the course will explore changes that have occurred in Norwegian urban settlements over the last 10 years. The approach will be geographic maps and how map information developed in GIS provides insight into and knowledge about what physical changes have occurred and their characteristics. The course will emphasize describing the changes (e.g. conflicts between urban development and nature) and identifying issues that can be derived from map data and map studies.
Learning Outcome
Knowledge:
- Handling geographical information and cartographic representations on a territorial and local scale.
- Knowledge of and skills in studies of urban form from a cartographic perspective.
Skills:
- Skills in using Geographical Information Systems (GIS) for visual mapping and analysis.
- Skills in putting together and presenting a complex spatial study.
General competence:
- Knowledge of rural areas which gives competence to understand and work in this type of area.
- Competence in GIS and handling of geographical knowledge entered on own CV.
Teaching
The course will be organized as joint work with lectures and seminars on mapping, spatial analysis, and GIS. Each student will produce maps and material that identify and describe changes in one or more selected urban settlement.
Excursion:
The course will conduct an excursion to urban settlement in the eastern parts of Norway during the semester.
Attendance:
Attendance is expected. Final reviews are mandatory
Examination
Form of assessment: Presentation
Grading scale: Pass/fail
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Oct. 15, 2026 2:30:34 PM