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Unit of Study GLY00223 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (2017)

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Learning outcomes and graduate attributes

Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.

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

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1 explain characteristics, types and processing of spatial data.
2 manage spatial and non-spatial data in Arc Catalogue and Arc Map
3 analyse vector and raster data using Arc Map
4 produce maps at a professional standard
5 describe how GIS is used as a tool in their discipline
6 critically analyse limitations of GIS applications in terms of accuracy and scale

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

  1. explain characteristics, types and processing of spatial data.
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  2. manage spatial and non-spatial data in Arc Catalogue and Arc Map
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  3. analyse vector and raster data using Arc Map
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    • GA4:
  4. produce maps at a professional standard
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    • GA4:
  5. describe how GIS is used as a tool in their discipline
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    • GA4:
  6. critically analyse limitations of GIS applications in terms of accuracy and scale
    • GA1:
    • GA4:

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