Courses & Units
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems KGG539
Hobart
Introduction
Geographic Information Science and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are used
in a wide range of disciplines to investigate, analyse, and communicate spatial
information. This unit covers the underlying theory/concepts of GIS, application areas,
the use of commercial GIS software, and develop for students a GIS skills set. Through
practical sessions within this unit you will acquire skills in using GIS. Supporting
lectures address the principles of spatial data representation, data structures,
cartography, projections, data models, and spatial analysis. Emphasis is placed on the
concepts of GIS for the input, management, and querying of spatial data, and these
essentials are illustrated with a range of interesting environmental and social
applications. Irrespective of your discipline, the skills and concepts acquired in this
unit will benefit your appreciation of the spatial nature of information and
interpretation of spatial data characteristics. In this unit, with a research investigation
in the GIS domain, you will develop the foundation of your research trajectory. This
unit is offered at the graduate level.
Summary
| Unit name | Environmental Geographic Information Science A |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KGG539 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Discipline | Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Coordinator | Doctor Bethany Melville |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
This unit is currently unavailable.
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 12/7/2021 | 10/8/2021 | 30/8/2021 | 17/10/2021 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Identify and use appropriate techniques to obtain digital representations of spatial features using both vector and raster formats in a Geographic Information System (GIS).
- Compare and contrast vector and raster representations of spatial features in their application to spatial data analysis and decision support.
- Appraise quality issues associated with spatial information within a GIS and the impact of data quality on results obtained from query, spatial data analysis and decision support.
- Investigate skills to perform research in Geographic Information Science (GIS) and characterise the research problem in a spatial thinking framework.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 031103 | $993.00 | $993.00 | not applicable | $2,798.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Assessment | Examination - invigilated (externally - Exams Office) (40%)|Assignment (10%)|Assignment (10%)|Assignment (20%)|Literature review (20%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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