EV2502 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
Credit points: |
3 |
Year: |
2011 |
Student Contribution Band: |
Band
2
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Administered by: |
Sch of Earth & Environmental Sciences |
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
- gain practical experience using GIS to solve a real world problem;
- understand the basic geography of the earth and how it is mapped;
- understand the basic spatial questions that can be addressed with GIS;
- understand the key components and tools of any GIS program and how they work;
- understand the key issues associated with using GIS.
Graduate Qualities
- The ability to think critically, to analyse and evaluate claims, evidence and arguments;
- The ability to define and to solve problems in at least one discipline area;
- The ability to select and use appropriate IT tools;
- The ability to access and employ online technologies effectively.
Prerequisites: |
12 credit points of level 1 subjects |
Inadmissible Subject Combinations:
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GE5505 TG2100 GE2502 EV5505 |
Availabilities
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Townsville,
Internal,
Study Period 1
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Census Date 24-Mar-2011 |
Coord/Lect: |
Dr James Moloney. |
Workload expectations: |
- 26 hours lectures
- 24 hours practicals
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Assessment: |
end of semester exam (50%); on-course work (50%) (50%). |
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Cairns,
Internal,
Study Period 1
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Census Date 24-Mar-2011 |
Coordinator: |
<Person not found> |
Lecturers:
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<Person not found>, <Person not found>. |
Workload expectations: |
- 26 hours lectures
- 26 hours practicals
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Assessment: |
end of semester exam (40%); on-course work (60%) (60%). |
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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.