Geographical Information Systems (L7032)
Geographical Information Systems
Module L7032
Module details for 2014/15.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module learning outcomes
Describe the fundamental aspects of GIS and the methods used to represent the spatial and non-spatial aspects of the real world
Successfully use GIS as a decision making tool in a specific field
Critically assess the potentials and limitations of GIS and understand how these influence spatial analysis
Formulate academic arguments and present them in written form
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Essay | A2 Week 2 | 80.00% |
| Test | T2 Week 11 (1 hour) | 20.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 111111111000 |
| Spring Semester | Practical | 3 hours | 111111111100 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Dr Pedram Rowhani
Convenor, Assess convenor
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Dr John Barlow
Assess convenor
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