EV2502 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
Credit points: |
3 |
Year: |
2021 |
Student Contribution Band: |
Band
2
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Administered by: |
College of Science and Engineering |
This subject aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to all aspects of Geographic
Information Systems (GIS), as well as hands-on experience using a GIS to address a
real-world environmental issue.
Learning Outcomes
- Define key concepts in geography, mapping and remote sensing including scale, co-ordinate
systems and spectral signatures;
- Identify key issues and limitations in geography, mapping and remote sensing;
- Analyse spatial data and create effective maps using industry standard GIS software;
- Work in teams to collect spatial data answering a real-world question and communicate
the findings effectively.
Subject Assessment
- Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (40%) - Individual
- on-course work - (60%) - Individual.
Prerequisites: |
AT LEAST 12 CREDIT POINTS OF LEVEL 1 SUBJECTS |
Inadmissible Subject Combinations:
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EV5505 |
Availabilities
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Townsville,
Internal,
Study Period 2
|
Census Date 26-Aug-2021 |
Coordinator: |
Dr Stephanie Duce |
Lecturers:
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Dr Stephanie Duce, Dr Karen Joyce. |
Workload expectations: |
The student workload for this
3
credit point subject is approximately
130 hours.
- 26 hours lectures (didactic or interactive)
- 26 hours practicals
- assessment and self-directed study
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Cairns,
Internal,
Study Period 2
|
Census Date 26-Aug-2021 |
Coordinator: |
Dr Karen Joyce |
Lecturers:
|
Dr Stephanie Duce, Dr Karen Joyce. |
Workload expectations: |
The student workload for this
3
credit point subject is approximately
130 hours.
- 26 hours lectures (didactic or interactive)
- 26 hours practicals
- assessment and self-directed study
|
|
|
JCU Singapore,
Internal,
Study Period 52
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Census Date 05-Aug-2021 |
Workload expectations: |
The student workload for this
3
credit point subject is approximately
130 hours.
- 52 hours - Combined Lectures and Practicals
- assessment and self-directed study
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Note:
Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process,
and in case
of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest
official information.