SPA415 Principles of Geographic Information Systems (8)
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This subject introduces students to, and provides a foundation in the use of geographic information systems (GIS). Students develop the basic theoretical, technical and analytical skills necessary to apply GIS to simple spatial problems. The subject contains a significant element of practical work in which students are encouraged to directly apply their theoretical knowledge. Attention is focused on the operations of GIS and the application of GIS to simple spatial analysis. While the software is supplied, it is important students have access to up-to-date computer equipment. This subject has no residential school and on completion students are able to undertake basic spatial analysis within a GIS. |
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
| Session 1 | | Distance* | Wagga Wagga Campus |
*This subject offering contains a residential school. Please view following information for further details.
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: SPA415
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | HD/FL | School of Environmental Sciences |
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Enrolment restrictions|
Students who have completed SPA115 cannot enrol in this subject |
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| Incompatible subject(s) | Related subject(s) |
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| SPA115 | SPA115 Paired Subject
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- have a broad conceptual understanding of a GIS and its operation
- have a broad conceptual understanding of spatial data and objects and data structures
- have specialised skills in using computer systems so that they are able to undertake basic spatial analysis within a GIS and use it as a decision support system appropriately
- be able to identify problems associated with GIS analysis, such as data accuracy and data transfer
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
- GIS definitions, history and cartographic principle
- GIS data types and structures
- Database management
- Data acquisition and GPS
- Spatial analysis
- Cartography
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Specialised Resources|
Students are expected to be able to gain access for a significant amount of the session to an IBM PC or one of its many variants.
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The information contained in the 2014 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 13 September 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
