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GEO206: Geographical Information Systems

Module Title Geographical Information Systems
Module Code GEO206
Module Tutor Matthew Wood
School Natural and Social Sciences
CAT Points 15
Level of Study 5
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Restrictions None
Brief Description A mainly practical investigation of the techniques, applications and potential of geographic information systems and satellite image processing.
Indicative Syllabus The module aims to impart the principles of GIS data gathering, manipulation and output, and to develop an understanding of the principles associated with the acquisition, presentation and interpretation of remotely sensed data. The module will focus on the application of these techniques using three systems: Idrisi, ArcView and Erdas. The module is valuable to all students with an interest in spatial analysis and modelling, resource allocation and environmental management.
Learning Outcomes

i. Knowledge and understanding
On completion of the module students should be able to demonstrate that they:
a)  have an understanding of the theory and applications of remote sensing and GIS;
b)  are aware of the various kinds of spatial imagery and data formats used in such systems;
c)  understand the principles of data manipulation, database querying and multi-criteria mapping which underpin the modelling techniques;
d) appreciate the wide range of applications of GIS and remote sensing in environmental planning and resource evaluation.

ii. Skills
On completion of the module students should be able to demonstrate that they:
a)  are able to capture and input appropriate data from various sources using digitising and scanning techniques;
b)  can interpret and evaluate visual and numerical data sets;
c)  are competent in using the Erdas, Idrisi and ArcView systems;
d) have an ability to select the most effective graphic output to illustrate meaningful associations between spatial data sets;
e)  can develop holistic and sustainable approaches to problem-solving with GIS.
Learning and Teaching Activities

Staff / student contact: 24% (36 hrs; lectures, weekly workshop)
Student directed learning: 76%
Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) 001: 30% Coursework: Standard: 1200 words or equivalent
002: 20% Coursework: Standard: 800 words or equivalent
003: 50% Coursework: Standard: 2000 words or equivalent
Special Assessment Requirements None
Indicative Resources

The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.

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