EAE3012 · Geographical information systems and remote sensing

Overview

This unit introduces basic principles, methods, techniques and applications of GIS and remote sensing. It covers basics of GIS and remote sensing, spatial data collection and management, spatial data manipulation, spatial data analysis and modelling, remote sensing image processing and interpretation and spatial data visualisation. Case studies and hands-on practice allow you to gain experience in the use of GIS and remote sensing technologies. It equips you with fundamental knowledge and skills in constructing, collecting, managing, analysing, integrating and communicating spatial data and information, which are essential for scientific investigations in environmental science, earth science, geography and other scientific studies that have a spatial dimension.

Areas of study: Earth science Environmental science Geographical science Human geography

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the key concepts and principles of GIS and remote sensing;
2. Develop an ability to collect, handle and use digital spatial data for mapping, analysis and modelling;
3. Identify sources of spatial data and assess the nature and quality of spatial data;
4. Demonstrate basic problem solving skills with GIS and remote sensing;
5. Demonstrate a high level of skills in the use of GIS software (ArcGIS);
6. Develop their own applications of GIS and remote sensing.

Workload

• One 1-hour interactive workshop per week • One 2-hour practical per week

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.