SPA553 Applied Geostatistics (8)

This subject covers the fundamental concepts and algorithms for geostatistical modelling and demonstrates their application in the geosciences. The subject incorporates the use of geographic information systems to integrate geostatistical techniques in the wider spatial sciences discipline. On completion, students will be able to select, apply, validate and evaluate appropriate geostatistical approaches to characterise and quantify the spatial distributions of variables of interest.

No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2021.

Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Environmental Sciences

Enrolment Restrictions

Postgraduate study only

Assumed Knowledge

Basic understanding of statistics

Incompatible Subjects

SPA407

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to explain and illustrate the importance of using geostatistics for geoscience-based applications
  • be able to select and describe spatial continuity models
  • be able to select and apply geostatistical approaches for geoscience-based applications
  • be able to critically evaluate and validate geostatistical modelling results

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • Introduction to geostatistical modelling
  • Exploratory data analysis techniques used in geostatistics
  • Spatial continuity analysis and modelling
  • Geostatistical estimation and uncertainty
  • Software for geostatistical modelling

Indicative Assessment

The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of SPA553 in Session 2 2020. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).

Item Number
Title
Value %
1
Gstat post
10
2
Draft report
35
3
Final project report
40
4
Project presentation
15

Special Resources

Programming software (R) and spatial information software (ArcGIS) are used in this subject. R can be downloaded for free. ArcGIS is supplied.

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2021. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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