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Course Modules
TI311: Advanced Gis
Semester 2 | Credits: 5
Based on the basic concepts and simple applications of GIS that were covered in the course “Introduction to GIS”, this course focuses on the advanced topics and advanced functions of GIS, which are more practical and problem-solving. The concepts of advanced analysis functions of network analysis and spatial interpolation are explained, and the topics Google Earth and Big Data are discussed. Actual applications in geography are demonstrated and practical exercises are provided. The extensions of ArcGIS are selected as the software package for this course. Students will understand the latest development of the advanced GIS topics and perform advanced spatial data analyses.
(Language of instruction: English)
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate the practical skills of a GIS project design and completion.
- Make practical maps and perform advanced analyses through computer practical classes.
Assessments
- Continuous Assessment (100%)
Teachers
- CHRISTINA COSTELLO HAVERTY:
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- CHAOSHENG ZHANG:
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Reading List
- "An Introduction to Geographical Information Systems" by Ian Heywood, Sarah Cornelius, and Steve Carver
Publisher: Longman: New York - "Geographic Information Systems: An Introduction" by Tor Bernhardsen
Publisher: John Wiley: New York - "Exploring Spatial Analysis in Geographic Information System." by Yue-Hong Chou
Publisher: OnWord Press: Santa Fe, NM - "Getting Started with Geographic Information Systems" by Keith C. Clarke
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.