ENVL 2001 Analysis of Spatial Data
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 101646
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Description The making and the use of maps. This unit involves the critical examination of the way geographical data is produced, analysed, mapped and used to inform both private and public decisions. Natural environment, health, accessibility and residential amenity are examples of phenomena that have an important geographical dimension. Policy responses to these phenomena need to be specific with regard to locations and places. Geographic information systems software and census will be used to produce maps based on the analysis and interpretation of data relating to the student's field of interest.
School Social Sciences
Discipline Environmental Studies, Not Elsewhere Classified.
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 2 subject
Equivalent Subjects LGYA 7235 - Analysis of Spatial Data
Restrictions Successful completion of 40 credit points.
Learning Outcomes
- Describe and critically analyse geographical information
- Apply GIS to the analysis and modelling of social, economic or environmental data
- Identify and describe the spatial dimension of issues in the social or environmental sciences
Subject Content
Basics of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Understanding social and environmental spatial databases
Spatial analysis of social data
Modelling urban growth and change within cities
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications
Web based mapping for communities
Critical appraisal of spatial information
Spatial dimensions of social indicies
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Item | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exam: Midterm examination (In class) | 500 words | 25 | N | Individual |
| Project: Mapping Project 1 | 1,000 words | 25 | N | Individual |
| Project Report: Mapping Project 2 | 1,500 words | 50 | N | Individual |
Teaching Periods
Spring
Penrith (Kingswood)
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Parramatta - Victoria Rd
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