Zoe Mary Braden: Catalogue data in Autumn Semester 2020 |
| Name | Dr. Zoe Mary Braden |
| Department | Earth and Planetary Sciences |
| Relationship | Lecturer |
| Number | Title | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 651-4131-00L | Introduction to Digital Mapping  Number of participants limited to 20. | 2 credits | 3V | M. Ziegler, Z. M. Braden, A. Galli, A. Gilli | |
| Abstract | This course gives an introduction to digital mapping in geosciences from data collection to the final map/model construction. The course focuses on the practical application of different digital mapping tools. | ||||
| Learning objective | The students are able to • describe possible applications using digital mapping devices in geosciences • apply selected digital mapping tools in the office and in the field • visualize field data • evaluate 2D and 3D geodata for the development of a geological model | ||||
| Content | The following topics are covered • Sensor specifications of tablets and smartphones • Field apps and databases used in digital mapping • Access to spatial geodata in Switzerland, but also worldwide • Visualization of 2D and 3D data • Several case studies on digital mapping • 1 day excursion with practical training underground and with surface geology | ||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Prerequisite is • 651-4031-00 Geographic Information Systems or an equivalent course • 651-3482-00 Geological Field Course II: Sedimentary Rocks or an equivalent course | ||||