University of Galway

Course Module Information

Course Modules

Semester 1 | Credits: 5

This intensive module will provide students with an introduction to the practical application of GIS (Geographic Information Systems) software and data. This classroom-based course involves both supervised tuition and self-paced learning. Class numbers are kept to ≤ 8 attendees to ensure that each student receives sufficient individual support. The module will provide students with the opportunity to use the latest release of ArcGIS 10 software.
(Language of instruction: English)

Learning Outcomes
  1. operate GIS software at a proficiency level that allows the student to independently use GIS in their own research
  2. display, analyse and edit geospatial data in ArcGIS
  3. be familiar with different types of geospatial data and how these are used in GIS
  4. source freely available geospatial data on the Internet
  5. design and present their data in a graphically-informative digital map
Assessments
  • Continuous Assessment (100%)
Teachers
Reading List
  1. "Managing Geographic Information Systems, Second Edition" by Nancy J. Obermeyer, Jeffrey K. Pinto
    ISBN: 1-59385-635-0.
    Publisher: The Guilford Press
  2. "Spatial Data Analysis" by Christopher Lloyd
    ISBN: 0-19-955432-3.
    Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
The above information outlines module TI714.I: "Introduction to Practical GIS" and is valid from 2017 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.