Maps in interactive decision support tools 1900-3-MINW-GKT-WW
Interactive tools that integrate maps with other data visualization techniques such as plots or diagrams are broadly used to support decision-making processes concerning, i.e., emergency management or spatial planning. The common application of such tools results from the possibility of their quick customization regarding displayed content and the way, in which that content is displayed, as well as the possibility of the formulation of spatial and attribute queries in order to provide answers for the questions determined within the decision-making processes.
The course is set up to provide theoretical knowledge concerning the role and functions of maps in interactive tools supporting decision-making processes as well as to gain hands-on training regarding the elaboration of such tools with particular emphasis on the implementation of map components. Hands-on training facilitates gaining skills through direct experience and practice rather than just listening and reading.
The course is arranged in a computer lab. In the initial part of each class, course attendees acquire hands-on training regarding modern web technologies in order to gain skills necessary to develop tool prototypes and to conduct proof-of-concept implementations. Next, the attendees prepare practical assignments. Each assignment is initiated by defining a set of questions specific for a given decision-making process. Thereafter, one selects and implements visualization and interaction techniques in a way that facilitates provided the answers to the questions.
COURSEWORK:
Student work: 3 ECTS credits = 3 × 25h = 75h (with course lecturer 1,5 ECTS credits)
(N) – with course lecturer,
(S) – individual student work.
Introductory and summary training – 5h (N)
Project-based training – 25h (N)
• Consultancy – 5h (N)
• Individual project work – 2,5-3h per week = 40h (S)
TOTAL: ca. 75h
LEARNING METHODS: project elaboration and discussion, computer labs.
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Type of course
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Prerequisites (description)
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Learning outcomes
Knowledge: K_W04, K_W08, K_W10
Student is able to apply theoretical knowledge concerning the issues touched upon during the course classes. Student understands the role of maps in interactive tools supporting decision-making processes as well as is able to identify features that determine the efficiency of such tools.
Skills: K_U02, K_U03, K_U06, K_U09
Student is able to design, develop, and publish in the Internet a prototype of an interactive tool supporting decision-making processes. Student can implement adequate visualization and interaction techniques as well as evaluate their suitability and usability.
General competence: K_K03
Student, in his/her decision-making activities, is able to make use of interactive tool supporting decision-making processes.
Assessment criteria
The course is project-based, thus attendees learn by actively engaging in real world and personally meaningful projects. An introductory part that begins each class is followed by a practical part, in which attendees are to elaborate either interactive tools or their specific parts. The attendees are to present their projects during the final seminar that ends the course.
Project-based classes are graded based on elaborated hands on assignments, their demonstration during the classes and also, based on student classroom activity.
Practical placement
not applicable
Bibliography
Scott M. (2012). Interactive Data Visualization for the Web: An Introduction to Designing with D3. O’Reilly.
Slocum, T. A., McMaster, R. B., Kessler, F. C., & Howard, H. H. (2022). Thematic Cartography and Geovisualization. 4th Edition. CRC Press.
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