Module GG3033: GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION: DATA & TOOLS
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Module Co-ordinator: Dr Raleigh (raleighc@tcd.ie)
Type: Compulsory (NS & TSM); 5 ECTS
*** IMPORTANT NOTE***
Students take this module at different times depending on their degree programme
TSM students Semester 1 only. Science students Semester 2 only.
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This module explores how to identify, create and use geographic data and tools. The object of the module is to teach students about how data is constructed, used, found, and manipulated by geographic researchers. The module will enable students to: interpret maps; find and evaluate data; organise, manipulate and analyse data in statistical packages and GIS; create projects and maps using GIS; indentify how geographic data construction and analysis differs from typical quantitative approaches.
Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module students will be able to:
• Explain the concepts and theories that underpin GIS and outline their application to the real world;
•Demonstrate technical proficiency in the use of an industry standard GIS software package;
•Apply GIS technologies in problem-solving;
•Design, implement and present the results from a project that makes use of GIS technologies.
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Course Breakdown: Contact Hours (Lectures & Practicals = 20hrs); Additional Input (Reading and course assignments = 105hrs). TOTAL = 125hrs.
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Key Texts:
See module website for details.
Assessment: Course work (100%)