Training Course on Geospatial Intelligence

General Objectives of the Course

Within the context of contemporary society, technological capacity is no longer a limiting factor in the creation of information. However, the processes that enable to transform this information into useful knowledge are still constrained by multiple factors. In this course, attention is focused on how we use and integrate modern digital tools to analyse, understand and approach the world around us, guided by the following objectives:
- Understand the concepts of Geographic Information System (GIS) and Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT);
- Know the historical context and the evolution of the concept of Geospatial Intelligence;
- Explore geospatial databases and associated metadata;
- Recognise the importance of Voluntary Geographic Information (VGI) to create geospatial databases;
- Apply geoprocessing methods to integrate data sources and extract information;
- Categorise and symbolise cartographic objects to improve their visualisation and interpretation;
- Discuss the advantages and limitations of the cartographic communication model;
- Develop analysis models and use geospatial tools to respond to multicriteria problems; - Explore Machine Learning tools in the analysis of geospatial data;
- Develop documents adapted to different audiences and apply critical thinking and communication skills in the transfer of geospatial knowledge.

Admission Requirements

This course is aimed at anyone interested in acquiring/expanding skills in using digital geospatial data processing tools to understand and think critically about the world in which we move.

Candidates should check the admission requirements available on this site, in addition to the information provided here.

Mode of Study

B-learning

Teaching / Evaluation language(s)

Portuguese language

Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading

The final grade is conveyed according to a qualitative scale of “Passed” or “Failed. In order to pass, the student must attend a minimum of 75 per cent of the classes, and successfully accomplish the tasks that are part of the proposed practical project.

Learning Objectives and Intended Skills

This course provides competences in 4 fundamental fields:
1. Selection and integration of Geographic Information Technologies (GIT) to create and organise geospatial data;
2. Creation of logical structures associated with analytical techniques to solve geospatial problems;
3. Production of knowledge by means of geospatial reasoning based on the understanding and prevision of the dynamics of spatiotemporal relationship of the phenomena;
4. Representation and synthesis of the produced knowledge adjusted to the decision-making context.

Qualification Requirements and Regulations

Rules of creation and operation of non-degree courses at the University of Coimbra.

Study Programme

Geospatial Intelligence

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Course Type
Non Degree Course

Qualification Awarded: Diploma/Certificate

Duration: 54 HORAS

ECTS Credits: 2.0

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