Distributed GIS (P01225)

? Credit Points : 10 ? SCQF Level : 11 ? Acronym : GEO-P-GISDGIS

This course introduces students to the concepts, technology and benefits of distributed GIS services, in contrast to monolithic systems. The underlying technology of computer networks and the Internet are explained. Emphasis is places on web-based systems, although consideration is also given to location-based services accessible via mobile devices. The importance of standards is highlighted, and OpenGIS and other key standards are explained. Practicals will examine open-source and commercial solutions to serving geographical data.

Entry Requirements

none

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Postgraduate Courses (School of GeoSciences), (School of GeoSciences, Schedule N)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : Postgraduate

? Delivery Period : Block 2 only

? Contact Teaching Time : 4 hour(s) per week for 5 weeks

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Monday	14:00	18:00	Central

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
By the end of this module, students should have achieved and demonstrated, or be able to achieve and demonstrate, the ability to:
-understand the value of distributed geographical information and services
-understand the technological underpinnings of distributed GIS and the restrictions inherent in both hardware and protocols, mitigating strategies and opportunities
-predict future developments and understand the implications of standardisation efforts
-appreciate the importance standards such as the OpenGIS web mapping suite
-understand the concepts of interoperability
-become familiar with tools to create distributed web services
-locate, read and summarise relevant literature, from both traditional and electronic media, to extend your understanding of the topic
-develop reasoned arguments, firmly grounded in the available literature
-plan and write assignments, within the specified parameters and to a professional standard
-take responsibility for your own learning through reading and the preparation of assignments, and reflect upon your learning experience