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Introduction to GIS and spatial data analysis (P02618)

? Credit Points : 10 ? SCQF Level : 11 ? Acronym : VET-P-P02618

This course aims to promote an understanding of vector data using global positioning systems and geographic information system (GIS) software. The concept of data quality will be introduced.

Entry Requirements

? Pre-requisites : Completion of the Certificate in International Animal Health.

? Co-requisites : Elective option in year two.

? Special Arrangements for Entry : This course will be taught entirely by distance learning, using the virtual learning environment of WebCT as a delivery platform. Course materials are protected by username and password controlled access which will only be made available to registered users.

? Costs : Students will be required to have regular access to a networked computer, and will be responsible for providing their own computing equipment and consumables.

Subject Areas

Home subject area

International Animal health, (Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, Schedule S)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : Postgraduate

? Delivery Period : Not being delivered

? Additional Class Information : This course will be delivered online by WebCT

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

At the completion of this course students will be familiar with a number of software packages and the concepts of GIS along with spatial data sampling and analysis.

Assessment Information

Formal summative written assessment will constitute 60% of the student's grade. Online discussion in both a synchronous and asynchronous environment will contribute furtehr to the final mark. In combination iwth the submission of electronic ourse assignments, these elements will provide the remaining 40% of the final mark.