Cartography;
definition of topographic and geographic map;
reference surfaces;
Coordinate systems;
Global and local Datum;
Reading of topographic maps;
Digital cartography; vector data and raster data;
QGIS software
Global positioning systems (GPS); application of GPS in wildlife environment;
GPS_GIS applications for faunal research.
Aruta L., Marescalchi P., “Cartografia lettura delle carte”. Dario Flaccovio Editore
Campbell J., "Introduzione alla cartografia". Edizioni Zanichelli
Carrion. Sistemi Informativi Territoriali, principi e applicazioni. Ed.UTET
Learning Objectives
The objective of the course is to provide students with the basic knowledge of tools and methodologies for the correct interpretation of the territory through the traditional and numerical cartography
Cartography;
Definition of topographic and geographic map;
Reference surfaces: spheroid and ellipsoid;
Coordinate systems (Planimetric and geographical coordinates);
Definition of global and local datum;
Digital cartography: vector data and raster data;
QGIS Software: Projection management, Projects, Plugins management, management and creation of vector and raster data, Vector digitizing., uAdd layers from map servers, Georeferencing of photos, Advanced layouts/printing of thematic maps.
Global positioning systems (GPS); GPS applications in wildlife environment;
GPS-GIS applications for wildlife research.