69259 - Computer Science

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, the student knows the basic concepts of digital information processing, with particular focus to the organization of the computer and networks, databases (especially geographic ones), digital graphics. The student is able to: - apply the basic concepts of traditional cartography in their application to numerical cartography; - be able to manage simple numerical cartography applications and georeference raster and vector elements.

Course contents

• The Informatics module consists of two parts. The first is an introduction to computer science, with particular emphasis on coding and information processing. The second involves a laboratory activity on data collection and analysis, and development of a server-side application.
• In the Numerical Cartography module, the fundamental concepts of cartography will be addressed with particular reference to numerical and computer aspects. The basic principles of cartography will be covered, such as cartographic projections, coordinate systems, and representation of geographical data. Moreover, part of the course will involve an introduction to digital cartography and GIS, with particular attention towards specific computer tools to import, create, manage and analyze geographical data.

Readings/Bibliography

• Luca Mari, Giacomo Buonanno, Donatella Sciuto Informatica e cultura dell'informazione (seconda edizione) McGraw-Hill, 2013. ISBN: 978-88-386-6576-9
• Elvio Lavagna, Guido Locarno, Geocartografia - Guida alla lettura delle carte geotopografiche, Zanichelli,2007
• Mario Boffi, Scienza dell'informazione geografica. Introduzione ai GIS, Zanichelli, 2004

Teaching methods

Frontal Lessons and Exercises.

Assessment methods

• The exam on the Informatics module will take place in the form of a written exam, with questions relating to the general part on Informatics. It is also required the delivery of an application at the end of the laboratory activity.
• The assessment of learning on the Numeric Cartography module takes place through a traditional cartography exercise and the creation of a thematic map using GIS systems.

Teaching tools

PCs are provided by the department. The use of personal laptops is strongly recommended.

Office hours

See the website of Angelo Trotta

See the website of Giuseppe Ciccarese