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Geography Teaching Diploma More informations at : Link | ||||||
Additional Requirements (ETH-Masterstudents in ERDW and AC) | ||||||
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Compulsory Modules | ||||||
Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
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651-2601-00L | Human Geography I: One Earth - Many Worlds (University of Zurich) No enrolment to this course at ETH Zurich. Book the corresponding module directly at UZH as an incoming student. UZH Module Code: GEO112 Mind the enrolment deadlines at UZH: https://www.uzh.ch/cmsssl/en/studies/application/deadlines.html | O | 5 credits | 2V + 2U | University lecturers | |
Abstract | Imparting of research questions and basic principles in Human Geography | |||||
Learning objective | To get an overview about basic research questions and principles of Human Geography | |||||
Content | (1) Society and space (2) Society and development (structure and dynamic of population, urbanisation, disparities (3) Society and natural environment (natural resources; food security, sustainability) | |||||
Lecture notes | PowerPoint-slides (German) | |||||
Literature | Gebhardt, H., Glaser, R., Radtke, U. & Reuber, P. (eds.), 2011 (2.Auflage): Geographie. Physische Geographie und Humangeographie. Spektrum Akademischer Verlag Heidelberg. (Lehrbuch Empfehlung) | |||||
651-2613-00L | Humangeography III (Geographies of Difference) (Universität Zürich) No enrolment to this course at ETH Zurich. Book the corresponding module directly at UZH as an incoming student. UZH Module Code: GEO232 Recommended prerequisite: Human Geography II (UZH Module Code: GEO122) Mind the enrolment deadlines at UZH: https://www.uzh.ch/cmsssl/en/studies/application/deadlines.html | O | 5 credits | 1G + 2S | University lecturers | |
Abstract | This re-search-oriented course enables students to think through and about difference in a geographically (multi-scalar, critical, space-bound) manner, by elaborating on multiple concepts from postcolonial, intersectional and other disciplinary debates, and by applying these to specific topical domains. | |||||
Learning objective | Knowledge - Understand basic concepts and empirical manifestations of difference in human geography - Deepen knowledge on how difference works in one specific topic of human geography Skills - Learn to independently digest, assess, and present basic academic texts - Conduct discussions in English or German (online and offline) - Be able to write a short research paper about a human geography topic | |||||
Modules of Choice | ||||||
Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
651-2603-00L | Geography. Matters. (University of Zurich) No enrolment to this course at ETH Zurich. Book the corresponding module directly at UZH as an incoming student. UZH Module Code: GEO410 Mind the enrolment deadlines at UZH: https://www.uzh.ch/cmsssl/en/studies/application/deadlines.html | W | 4 credits | 2V | University lecturers | |
Abstract | The course demonstrates geography's interdisciplinary approach to contribute solving urgent challenges ahead of society. Students are encouraged to reflect on the value of interdisciplinary research at discipline level and on their individual interdisciplinary curricula. The course creates awareness of ways that concepts structure our thinking, and how they figure in research and practice. | |||||
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Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
651-4088-03L | Physical Geography III (Geomorphology and Glaciology) (University of Zürich) No enrolment to this course at ETH Zurich. Book the corresponding module directly at UZH as an incoming student. UZH Module Code: GEO231 Mind the enrolment deadlines at UZH: https://www.uzh.ch/cmsssl/en/studies/application/deadlines.html | W | 5 credits | 1V + 1U | University lecturers | |
Abstract | Das Modul bietet eine kurze Einführung in einige Komponenten und Prozesse des hydrologischen Kreislaufes. Dabei werden einzelne Wasserspeicher (Schnee,- Boden und Grundwasser) und Flüsse zwischen den Speichern (Verdunstung, Niederschlag und Abfluss) betrachtet. Übungen ergänzen die Vorlesung. | |||||
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Part 3 | ||||||
Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
651-2338-00L | Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Science III (University of Zürich) No enrolment to this course at ETH Zurich. Book the corresponding module directly at UZH as an incoming student. UZH Module Code: GEO233 Mind the enrolment deadlines at UZH: https://www.uzh.ch/cmsssl/en/studies/application/deadlines.html | W | 5 credits | 2V + 3U | University lecturers | |
Abstract | Exercices to the course Introduction Remote Sensing. | |||||
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103-0214-00L | Cartography Fundamentals | W | 5 credits | 4G | L. Hurni | |
Abstract | Basic knowhow about communication with spatial information by using plans and maps, about the most important design rules and production methods for map graphics. | |||||
Learning objective | Acquire basic knowhow about communication with spatial information by using plans and maps, about the most important design rules and production methods for map graphics. Ability to assess existing products with respect to their content-related and design quality. Ability to design proper plans and well designed legends for basic maps. | |||||
Content | Definitions "map" and "cartography", map types, current tasks and situation of cartography, map history, spatial refernce systems, map projections, map conception and workflow planning, map design, analog and digital map production technology, prepress technology, printing technology, topographic maps, map critics. | |||||
Lecture notes | Will be distributed module by module. | |||||
Literature | - Kohlstock, Peter (2018): Kartographie. 4. Aufl. UTB 2568. Verlag Ferdinand Schöningh. Paderborn, Deutschland. ISBN 978-3-8385-4919-4. - Field, Kenneth (2018): Cartography. ESRI Press. ISBN 978-1-58948-439-91-58948-439-8. - Slocum, Terry et al. (2014): Thematic Cartography and Geographic Visualization. 3nd ed. Pearson Prentice Hall. ISBN 978-1-292-04067-7. - Grünreich, Dietmar, Günter Hake und Liqiu Meng (2002): Kartographie, 8. Auflage, Verlag W. de Gruyter, Berlin. | |||||
Prerequisites / Notice | Further information at http://www.karto.ethz.ch/studium/lehrangebot.html |
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