Foundations of Geographic Information Systems

Learning Outcomes

• Course Learning Outcomes:
  The aims of this course are to:
  
• Provide an applied introduction to key technical concepts and methods used with GIS, Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and Remote Sensing (RS).
  
• examine and use data capture and analysis techniques with GIS, GPS and RS
  
• develop hands-on skills using GIS and RS software
  After completing this course, we expect you to have gained the following:
  
• an understanding of the key concepts in GIS, GPS, and RS
  
• the ability to apply basic spatial analysis techniques to geographic data
  
• hands-on skills using the technology and in particular to:
  o demonstrate practical use of GIS and RS software; o access and use digital geographic data;
  o produce digital map compositions which demonstrate sound cartographic principles; and
  o undertake basic fieldwork for geographic data collection
  
• an awareness of the limitations of geographic technology

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attributes specified below:

	Critically competent in a core academic discipline of their award Students know and can critically evaluate and, where applicable, apply this knowledge to topics/issues within their majoring subject.
	Employable, innovative and enterprising Students will develop key skills and attributes sought by employers that can be used in a range of applications.
	Globally aware Students will comprehend the influence of global conditions on their discipline and will be competent in engaging with global and multi-cultural contexts.

Prerequisites

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Recommended Preparation

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