THINKING WITH GEOSPATIAL INFORMATION(GIGA/GG/GI)

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THINKING WITH GEOSPATIAL INFORMATION(GIGA/GG/GI)

Lecturer(s)	MIYASAKA, TAKAFUMI
Credit(s)	2
Academic Year/Semester	2026 Spring
Day/Period	Thu.2
Campus	SFC
Class Format	Face-to-face classes (conducted mainly in-person)
Registration Number	09986
Faculty/Graduate School	POLICY MANAGEMENT / ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION STUDIES
Year Level	1, 2, 3, 4
Field	FUNDAMENTAL SUBJECTS INTERDISCIPLINARY SUBJECTS
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English Support	With English Support
Location	SFC
Student Screening *For conditions regarding "additional permission", please refer to the "Student Screening Details" section. Approval for additional permission is at the lecturer's discretion, and is not guaranteed.	This item will appear when you log in (Keio ID required).
Screening Method *If selection is by lottery: Complete the course registration process and check your permission status on the course registration screen. If selection is by assignment: Carefully review the "Student Screening Details" section, register for the course via the "Assignment Submission URL," and submit the required assignment.	This item will appear when you log in (Keio ID required).
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Equipment & Software	QGIS
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Course Description	Lecture-based teaching and acquisition of the basic knowledge required for research activities. Broadens the range of interests in a particular direction and provides a bridge to cutting-edge topics.
K-Number	FPE-CO-03303-212-04

Course Administrator	Faculty/Graduate School	FPE	POLICY MANAGEMENT / ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION STUDIES
Course Administrator	Department/Major	CO
Main Course Number	Level	0	Faculty-wide
	Major Classification	3	Fundamental Subjects (Other Than Introductory Subjects, Subjects of Language Communication)
	Minor Classification	30	Interdisciplinary Subjects
	Subject Type	3	Elective subject
Supplemental Course Information	Class Classification	2	Lecture
	Class Format	1	Face-to-face classes (conducted mainly in-person)
	Language of Instruction	2	English
Academic Discipline		04	Geography, cultural anthropology, folklore, and related fields

Course Summary

This course aims to provide students with the spatial perspective needed to tackle environmental and social challenges through hands-on training on fundamental methods of geospatial information analysis. The first half covers foundational concepts and technical skills of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). In the second half, students engage in group work to manage a project from planning and data collection to analysis, concluding with a final presentation of their findings.

Course Description/Objectives/Teaching Method/Intended Learning Outcome

In this course, students will install QGIS, a leading open-source GIS software, on their own computers to engage in both practical exercises and group work.

Course Taught by Faculty Member with Professional Experience

Not applicable

Active Learning MethodsDescription

Lab / Skill-development / On-site training
Fieldwork
Presentations
Group work
Problem-based learning

Preparatory Study

At least one hour of self-study is required each week for preparation, review, and group work.

Course Plan

Lesson 1

Title

Introduction

Overview

Overview of geospatial information and GIS

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Takafumi Miyasaka

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 2

Title

Vector Data

Overview

GIS Exercise: Points, lines, and polygons

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Takafumi Miyasaka

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 3

Title

Raster Data

Overview

GIS Exercise: Raster data including satellite imagery

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Takafumi Miyasaka

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 4

Title

Drones

Overview

GIS Exercise: Drone operation

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Takafumi Miyasaka

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 5

Title

Coordinate Systems

Overview

GIS Exercise: Datums, geographic coordinate systems, and projected coordinate systems

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Takafumi Miyasaka

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 6

Title

Open Data

Overview

GIS Exercise: Open data sources (e.g., National Land Numerical Information, e-Stat, and EarthExplorer)

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Takafumi Miyasaka

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 7

Title

Spatial Operations

Overview

GIS Exercise: Buffer creation, spatial joins, and overlay analysis

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Takafumi Miyasaka

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 8

Title

Thematic Maps

Overview

GIS Exercise: Thematic map design

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Takafumi Miyasaka

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 9

Title

Group Work 1

Overview

Group formation and project planning

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Takafumi Miyasaka

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 10

Title

Group Work 2

Overview

Project implementation, including literature review, data collection, and analysis

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Takafumi Miyasaka

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 11

Title

Group Work 3

Overview

Project implementation, including literature review, data collection, and analysis.

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Takafumi Miyasaka

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 12

Title

Group Work 4

Overview

Project implementation, including literature review, data collection, and analysis.

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Takafumi Miyasaka

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 13

Title

Final Presentation 1

Overview

Presentation of project outcomes

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Takafumi Miyasaka

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 14

Title

Final Presentation 2

Overview

Presentation of project outcomes

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Takafumi Miyasaka

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Other

Title

Summary & Conclusion

Overview

Overall review of the course

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Takafumi Miyasaka

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Method of Evaluation

Evaluation will be based on weekly reports (50%), a final presentation (25%), and a final report (25%). Please note that submission of the final report is a prerequisite for receiving credit.

Generative AI Policy for Classes

In this course, the use of generative AI tools (e.g., Gemini, NotebookLM, etc.) is actively encouraged. Leveraging AI can help you gather information, develop assignment structures, and improve your writing, thereby enhancing your learning outcomes.

When using AI, please follow these rules:
• Always verify and, if necessary, revise the content generated by AI yourself. (In both reports and presentations, clearly cite the referable sources used for verification as references.)
• Clearly state the name of the AI tool used and the purpose of its use in your submissions.
• Do not use prompts containing personal information.

Lab / Skill-development / On-site training	An educational approach in which students deepen their understanding of educational content through first-hand experience and trial-and-error by initiating their own activities at facilities and accommodations both on and off campus.
Fieldwork	An educational approach in which students conduct surveys and observations on their own to collect information both on and off campus.
Presentations	An educational approach in which students deepen their understanding of educational content by preparing materials and delivering presentations in class.
Discussions, Debates	An educational approach in which students deepen their understanding of educational content through sharing and discussing their opinions on designated topics.
Group work	An educational approach in which students are divided into small groups and assigned tasks on issues related to educational content.
Role-playing	An educational approach in which students deepen their understanding of educational content by being assigned specific roles to play, thus allowing them to experience different viewpoints.
Flipped classroom	An educational approach in which students study the course lecture in advance, and questions and discussions relating to that content are then held in class.
Problem-based learning	An educational approach in which students acquire knowledge and skills related to educational content by attempting to tackle specific projects or problems posed to them.