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Course Description Course Name : remote sensing and of Geographical Information Systems Applications in Coastal zone management Course Code : PM-546 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : Second Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 6 Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. SÜHA BERBEROĞLU Learning Outcomes of the Course : Practical applications of remote sensing and geographical information systems at coastal areas Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : general knowledge about major concept of coastal zone ecosystems, remote sensing and Geographical Information Systems (GIS); the role of remote sensing and CBS in integrated coastal zone , resource management and biodiversity compose the main subject of the course with case studies in local and global scale. Course Contents : The potential of remote sensing and Geographical Information Systems about the changes at the coastal zones ,coastline deliniation,mapping coastal wetlands and biotopes . Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Lecture hall and Laboratory   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Coastal zones and potential data sources none Lecture, discussion and presentations. 2 remotely sensed data ad theirs usage in coastal zone in various scales readings Lecture, discussion and presentations. 3 Change detection techniques readings Lecture, discussion and presentations. 4 Coastal line change and its detection readings Lecture, discussion and presentations. 5 basic notions on coastal zone management readings Lecture, discussion and presentations. 6 samples of GIS application in coastal zone management readings Lecture, discussion and presentations. 7 Change detection practice at Çukurova Delta in pilot area readings Laboratory exercise 8 Mapping techniques using remote sensing and GIS readings Lecture, discussion and presentations. 9 Object-based classification technique readings Lecture, discussion and presentations. 10 Accuracy assessment readings Lecture, discussion and presentations. 12 represantation of graphical and non-graphical data needed for GIS in a particular coordinate system readings straight narration , discussion and demonstration 13 The application possibilities of active (RADAR) remote sensing in coastal area readings Lecture, discussion and demonstration 14 Object-based classification and change detection practice readings Laboratory exercise 15 CBS practice Homework Laboratory exercise   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Lecture notes and handouts  Burrough, P. and McDonnell R.A. 1998. Principles of Geographical Information Systems: Spatial Information Systems and Geostatistics. Oxford University Press. Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 50     Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 50 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Develops and increases the level of expertise in the same or different fields, using undergraduate knowledge and competency 5 2 Understands the interdisciplinary interaction related to profession. 0 3 Has advanced knowledge and understanding based on the basis of competencies gained at the undergraduate level to conduct research in the field of landscape design and landscape planning 0 4 Has critical awareness in the field of landscape planning and landscape design in terms of the nature and resources of knowledge as well as producing and testing knowledge 0 5 Has the ability to use the theoretical and practical knowledge gained in the field. 3 6 Creates new knowledge skillfully by integrating the knowledge gained in the field of landscaping with information from different disciplines; tackles with the problems which require expertise by using scientific reseach methods 2 7 Has cognitive and practical skills which is required to gain competency in professional practice 0 8 Applies the acquired knowledge, understanding and problem-solving skills in new but unusual environments as well as in broader, interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary contexts. 0 9 Tackles with problem, develops a solution method, evaluates the results and applies when necessary. 0 10 Takes responsibility to develop new strategical approaches and to create solutions in complex and unpredictable circumstances 0 11 Evaluates information related to the field critically, directs learning and conducts advanced studies independently 0 12 Presentswritten or orally his own studies or current developments in the field to people in or out of the field using visuals 0 13 Examines social relations and the norms that direct these relations critically and develops the situation when necessary 0 14 Has a good command of a foreign language, at least at B2 level of European Language Portfolio, to communicate orally or written 0 15 Uses advanced information and communication technologies with the required level by computer softwares. 4 16 Develops strategies, policies and implementation plans related to landscape planning and landscape design and evaluates the obtained results within the framework of quality processes 0 17 Collects data about landscape planning and landscape design and makes interpretation, teaches or announces the acquired knowledge in line with social, scientific and ethical values 0 18 Uses the knowledge of landscape planning and landscape design practice and problem solving skills in interdisciplinary studies 0 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 5 70 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 12 12     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 8 8     Final Exam 1 8 8 Total Workload: 140 Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.6 ECTS Credit: 6