GEOS2161
10 units
2000 level
Course handbook
Description
Due to rapid growth of easily accessible high-quality spatial data, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are widely used by private sector, government agencies and research organisations to assist with resource and environmental management decision making. This course provides students with an introduction to spatial science and its applications in land and water management, climate science, geoscience, biodiversity studies, planning and social research. The aims of this course are to introduce the principles and theories of GIS and remote sensing and develop practical skills in obtaining, interpreting, analysing and developing spatial datasets. The practical component is implemented through a series of computer laboratories that use real world examples from the earth, environmental and life sciences.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 2 - 2024
Ourimbah
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Describe the principles of geographic information systems (GIS) and formulate a workflow for solving a spatial problem;
2. Describe the principles of remote sensing and explain digital image processing techniques;
3. Apply remote sensing and GIS to solving spatial problems in the earth, environmental and life sciences;
4. Use image processing and GIS software.
Content
1. Principles of GIS
2. Data input, processing and manipulation
3. Querying datasets and spatial modelling
4. Principles of aerial photography and satellite remote sensing
5. Sensor types and platforms
6. Digital image processing
7. Application in the earth, environmental and life sciences
Assumed knowledge
GEOS1040 or ENVS1001 or GEOG1020. Students taking this course must also be reasonably experienced using computers and know how to use Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), understand file paths and folder structures, know how to save and back up work.
Assessment items
Formal Examination: Formal Examination
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement 40% - Must obtain 40% in this assessment item to pass the course.
Tutorial / Laboratory Exercises: Laboratory exercises
Written Assignment: Written Asessment
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lecture-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Practical-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Semester 2 - 2024 - Ourimbah
Lecture-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Practical-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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