Further experience in the use of GIS for applications, including development of tools and interfaces within GIS, with optional opportunities for field-based or conference-based applied learning.

All classes will take place during semester 2. A significant component of this course is a self-study exercise.

Optional participation in field-based or conference-based applied learning activities (e.g. field class or relevant professional events such as GISRUK) may be offered, subject to availability. Alternative on-campus or online activities will be provided to ensure all students can meet the course requirements.

None.

GEOG5019 Principles of GIS or equivalent background in GIS.

A report on the applied GIS project (30%)

Directed practical tasks on programming (40%)

Group verbal report on the applied GIS task (20%)

Products of the applied GIS task (10%).

It is the default expectation that all courses will offer opportunities for reassessment or deferred assessment. Where it is not possible to offer this in some assessment components, the grade achieved at the first attempt will be counted towards the final course grade, and any exceptions for this course are described below.

[No exceptions]

One part focuses on the use of GIS in an applied project using the concept of a Virtual Work Placement. Other parts look application development within GIS.

The teaching aims are to:

■ Give experience of an applied GIS project in a simulated work based environment;

■ Expose students to OpenSource GIS;

■ Give experience of developing tools and interfaces within a GIS;

■ Give experience of working with a group to solve a task using GIS.

Having completed this course students will be able to:

■ Use OpenSource GIS and related tools;

■ Develop simple programmes, tools and user interfaces within a GIS environment;

■ Carry out an applied GIS project with minimal supervision; 

■ Write reports on applied GIS analysis;

■ Work within a group to solve a problem requiring use of GIS within a limited time frame.