EAE3012 - Geographical information systems and remote sensing - 2018

This unit introduces basic principles, methods, techniques and applications of GIS and remote sensing. It covers basics of GIS and remote sensing, spatial data collection and management, spatial data manipulation, spatial data analysis and modelling, remote sensing image processing and interpretation and spatial data visualisation. Case studies and hands-on practice allow students to gain experience in the use of GIS and remote sensing technologies. It equips students with fundamental knowledge and skills in constructing, collecting, managing, analysing, integrating and communicating spatial data and information, which are essential for scientific investigations in environmental science, earth science, geography and other scientific studies that have a spatial dimension.

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the key concepts and principles of GIS and remote sensing;
2. Develop an ability to collect, handle and use digital spatial data for mapping, analysis and modelling;
3. Identify sources of spatial data and assess the nature and quality of spatial data;
4. Demonstrate basic problem solving skills with GIS and remote sensing;
5. Demonstrate a high level of skills in the use of GIS software (ArcGIS);
6. Develop their own applications of GIS and remote sensing.

Assessed practicals: 45%

Project: 15%

Examination (2 hours): 40%

• One 1-hour interactive workshop per week
• One 3-hour practical per week

See also Unit timetable information

Earth science

Environmental science

Geographical science

Human geography