GS201 - Geographic Information Systems I

This course covers the use of computer mapping, graphics, and databases to inventory, analyse, and report spatial (location) data, including the development of spatial information systems. Students will learn about spatial data characteristics and the creation and use of spatial database for a wide range of applications, including mapping, environmental analysis, and site selection. The course is interdisciplinary in nature, but of particular relevance to geography, land management, geomatics, computing science, marine science, earth science, environmental studies, population studies and other related disciplines. The course uses lectures and hands-on lab exercises with an emphasis on the acquisition of practical skills.