Principles of Geospatial Science
Course Level Undergraduate
Area/Catalogue
GEOE 1018
Course Level
Undergraduate
Offered Externally
No
Course ID
101550
Unit Value
4.5
University-wide elective course
Yes
Course owner
School of Natural and Built Environments
Course aim
To provide an integrated understanding of modern geospatial technologies emphasizing their application to the study of natural and built environments. Special emphasis is placed on the technology of Geographical Information Systems.
Course content
Principles of Geospatial Science incorporates a broad overview of mapping, Geographic Information Systems, Global Positioning Systems, remote sensing and geospatial technology integration.
Textbook(s)
Nil
Prerequisite(s)
Nil
Corequisite(s)
Nil
Teaching method
| Component | Duration | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES | |||
| Lecture | 2 hours x 13 weeks | ||
| Tutorial | 2 hours x 6 weeks | ||
| Computer Practical | 2 hours x 7 weeks | ||
Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.
Assessment
Assignment 1: group manual GIS, Assignment 2: individual computer-based GIS, Examination
Fees
EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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Course Coordinators
Mr Stephen Fildes
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