IS4S766 - GIS Principles and Practice 01 Sep 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | IS4S766 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | GIS Principles and Practice | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Information and Electronics | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | informatics | ||
| Module Leader: | Gary Higgs | ||
| Module Team: | |||
| First Intended Intake: | JAN 2016 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 7 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100369 - geographical information systems | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
To develop practical skills and gain hands-on experience in the use of Geographical Information Systems (GIS).
To develop an understanding of fundamental GIS principles concerning spatial data models; geo-database management; basic querying and spatial analytical procedures; and cartographic display and visualisation techniques.
Content Summary
Introduction to Geographical Information Systems & Applications using open-source GIS
Data entry and manipulation in GIS using open spatial data
Cartographic and visualisation techniques in GIS
Spatial analytical approaches in GIS
Case studies of GIS applications such as crime, health, environment, conservation, transport, disaster management
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 24 |
| Independent Study | 80 |
| Directed Study | 72 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | To demonstrate critical awareness and advanced practical skills in the areas of geographical information systems and science. |
| LO2 | To demonstrate an ability to understand, manage, analyse, and visualise spatial data, and to criticallyevaluate the outcomes of GIS modelling operations. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Project 1 | QGIS Mini-Project | 0 | 3000 | 75 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Written Work 1 | Data Organisation, Mapping & Visualisation Exercise | 0 | 1000 | 25 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Project 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Practical Written Work 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |