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Introduction to Geographic Information Science - ENVS264

This unit provides students with a comprehensive introduction to geospatial technologies, including geographic information systems (GIS), global positioning systems (GPS) and remote sensing. Students will learn core concepts and develop technical skills in data acquisition and management, mapping and spatial sampling and analysis. Students are provided training using the latest commercially available geospatial software. This unit covers the application of geographic information science across a range of disciplines, including environmental science and management, physical and human geography, urban planning and biodiversity conservation.

Credit Points: 3
When Offered:

S1 Day - Session 1, North Ryde, Day

S1 External - Session 1, External (with on campus sessions)

Staff Contact(s): Dr Joseph (Maina) Mbui
Prerequisites:

ENVS117 or COMP115 or COMP125 or ISYS100 or ISYS104 or STAT170 or STAT171 Prerequisite Information

Corequisites:

NCCW(s): ENV264, GEOS264
Unit Designation(s):

Science

Unit Type:
Assessed As: Graded
Offered By:

Department of Environmental Sciences

Faculty of Science and Engineering

Course structures, including unit offerings, are subject to change.
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