302526 (v.2) Geographic Information Systems 201

Area:

Department of Spatial Sciences

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

4.0

Lecture:

1 x 1 Hours Weekly

Other:

1 x 1 Hours Weekly

Laboratory:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

The structure, function and use of geographic information systems (GIS). The input, management analysis and presentation of geographic data and relationships. The storage and maniputation of vector and raster data and digital terrain modelling. The integration and management of spatial and attribute data. Applications and examples.

Unit Outcomes:

On completion of this unit students will have - Had an introduction to the functionality and capability of geographic information systems, developed an understanding of the concepts and issues underlying geographic information science including the functional components of GIS, spatial data models and structures, management of geographic information and the implementation of GIS and used GIS software (such as IDRISI, ArcInfo, ArcVeiw) for managing spatial information and queries.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

Antenucci J. C, Brown K, Croswell P.L, Keveney M.J and Archer H., (1991), Geographic Information Systems: A guide to technology, Van Nostrand Reinhold. Arinoff S., (1989) Geographic Information Systems: A Management Perspective,WDL Publications. BurroughP.A., (1992), Principles of Geographical Information Systems for Land Resources Assessment Clarendon Press. Burrough P.A and McDonnell R.A., (1998), Principles of Geographical Information Systems, Oxford University Press. ESRI., (1993), Understanding GIS: the ARC/INFO Method, Environmental Research Institute, Inc. Huxhold W.E.,(1991), An Introduction to Urban Geographic Information Systems, Oxford University Press. Korte G.B., (1994), The GIS Book, 3rd ed, On Word Press.

Unit Texts:

DeMers, Michael M., (1997), Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems. New York, John Wiley and Sons Inc.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assignments 20%, Exams 60%, practicals 10%, Mid semester test10%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Field of Education:

31100 Geomatic Engineering (Narrow Grouping)

HECS Band (if applicable):

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

Fully Online

Result Type:

Grade/Mark

Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.

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