Short Description
This course provides students with an understanding of geospatial data infrastructures and the principles of land registration. Practical aspects focus on the design and use of geodatabases for land information.
Learning Outcomes of Course
By the end of this course students will be able to:
■ Explain what geospatial data infrastructures are and their importance to good governance;
■ Critically assess the development of topographic mapping and geospatial data infrastructures in the UK, selected countries and from a global perspective;
■ Explain the nature and importance of land ownership, land tenure and associated rights;
■ Explain the principles of cadastre and land registration;
■ Discuss appropriate frameworks for land administration;
■ Explain the role of the Geomatician in land administration;
■ Explain the principles and practices of geospatial data modelling and geodatabase design
■ Design a geospatial database
