Open Source GIS (5 cr)

Code: C-02469-MM10070-3002

General information

Enrollment: 23.08.2025 - 21.09.2025; Registration for introductions has not started yet.

Timing: 22.09.2025 - 12.12.2025; The implementation has not yet started.

Number of ECTS credits allocated: 5 cr

Institution: Karelia University of Applied Sciences, Continuous online learning. Opening discussion with tutor (online possible).

Teaching languages: English

Seats: 0 - 50

Course: C-02469-MM10070

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

One learns to use OS GIS programs (mostly QGIS) and utilize free GIS datasets available online.

Content

QGIS installation to PC computer and Android handsets. Basic use of QGIS program. Basics of GIS and mapping (map objects, data types, ellipsoids, projections, coordinate systems): Open data sources, INSPIRE directive and different possibilities to utilize open GIS data.

Location and time

Continuous online learning. Opening discussion with tutor (online possible).

Materials

Tutorials downloadable from Moodle learning platform.

Teaching methods

Fundamentals of mapping and GIS Open source GIS package (QGIS), basic use Importing data to GIS systems Creating and editing GIS layers Connecting GIS Internet interfaces Locating and searching GIS data

Exam schedules

Online final exam