Geospatial Applications and Analysis

Singapore University of Social Sciences

Geospatial Applications and Analysis (EMT311)

Applications Open: 01 April 2021

Applications Close: 15 June 2021

Next Available Intake: July 2021

Course Types: Modular Undergraduate Course, SkillsFuture Series

Language: English

Duration: 6 months

Fees: $1514 View More Details on Fees

Area of Interest: Built Environment, Management

Schemes: To be confirmed

Funding: SkillsFuture

School/Department: School of Science and Technology

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Synopsis

EMT311 Geospatial Application and Analysis conveys geospatial principles and the practical applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). It provides an understanding of how GIS applications may be developed, managed and implemented. The objective of the course is to enable the undergraduates to appreciate the deployment of GIS applications in various environments and the future trends of GIS.

Level: 3
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: Every July

Topics

Nature of Geospatial Data
Geospatial Data Collection and Quality
Geospatial Data Management
Geospatial Data Modeling
Geospatial Data Analysis
GIS Applications for Visualization, Analysis and Communication
GIS Applications for Business
GIS Applications for Government
GIS Applications for Facilities and Events Management
Spatial Data Infrastructure Concepts and SG-SPACE
Web GIS
3D Geospatial Data, BIM and Facilities Management
Emerging Trends in GIS

Learning Outcome

Demonstrate understanding of the principles of GIS and Geospatial Data
Discuss the applications of GIS
Assess the application and business case of a GIS project
Examine the requirements of a GIS application
Appraise and articulate how GIS could provide solutions to real world problems
Apply basic GIS skills of query and analysis