. "Geographic Information Science"@en . . "Remote Sensing"@en . . "English"@en . . "Geospatial fundamentals"@en . . "10" . "Short Description\nAn introduction to the essential mathematical background of Geomatics, including co-ordinate systems, datums, map projections and co-ordinate transformations. Geospatial information acquisition, processing and management requires familiarity with certain concepts including: coordinate reference systems, datums and map projections, figures of the earth, 2&3D trigonometry, survey sampling, statistics, solving sets of equations, least squares adjustment, correlation, matrix algebra and computer programming, generally conducted within the frameworks established by national and international professional and standards organisations. It is the intention of this course to ensure that all programme participants have familiarity with these topics and having completed this, will be able to apply this knowledge in the gathering, processing and managing of geospatial data.\nLearning Outcomes of Course\nBy the end of this course students will be able to:\n\n■ Describe the basic principles of geodesy, including the size and shape of the Earth and its model, geodetic datums, map projections and coordinate reference systems;\n\n■ Explain the principles, concepts and application of coordinate datum transformations and map projection conversions including selecting appropriate map projections;\n\n■ Explain the principles and applications of least squares in surveying & mapping, using the central tendency theorem in statistics to determine the precision of a set of observations, and estimate their accuracy, and be able to determine the correlation between two sets of apparently independent variables.\n\n■ Demonstrate mathematical ability in trigonometry, statistics, calculus and linear algebra.\n\n■ Develop programming skills." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Principles of gis"@en . . "5" . "Short Description\nAn introduction to the principles and practice of Geographic Information Systems.\nLearning Outcomes of Course\nHaving completed this course, students will be able to:\n\n■ Explain the principles of GIS as a combination of geospatial data input, processing, output and personnel subsystems;\n\n■ explain the requirements for co-ordinate reference systems in GIS and apply them within a GIS;\n\n■ describe and critically assess the use of vector and raster representations of real world objects and how to convert between them;\n\n■ describe and critically assess the use of analytical tools within GIS including overlay, buffer, network, and terrain analysis and how they are applied in the ArcGIS (or equivalent) environment;\n\n■ explain the nature of geospatial databases and discuss their design and implementation;\n\n■ solve application problems in GIS, including access to on-line help files;\n\n■ produce effective maps and reports based on output of GIS processes;\n\n■ apply acquired GIS skills to a range of applications." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Land surveying"@en . . "5" . "Short Description\nThis course provides a basic introduction to the principles and practices of land surveying\nLearning Outcomes of Course\n■ By the end of this course students will be able to:\nâ– explain the technical, professional, and ethical principles of land surveying;\nâ– demonstrate basic competence in the use and care of survey instruments;\nâ– collect and process survey observations including adjustments as appropriate;\nâ– perform basic survey computations and peer review other students work;\nâ– assess the suitability of survey techniques and equipment in a range of scenarios;\nâ– propose and justify land survey workflows for survey control and detail operations;\nâ– assess the quality of survey data from reported methods and results.\nâ– carry out a survey in a small group;\nâ– process and present collected data in a professional software package;\nâ– report succinctly on survey tasks;\nâ– reflect on the outcome of their own survey results and practice." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Topographic modelling and landscape modelling"@en . . "5" . "Short Description\nAn introduction to Digital Elevation Modelling. Basic coverage of photogrammetric and remote sensing principles Monitoring and modelling of landscape change.\nLearning Outcomes of Course\nBy the end of this course students will be able to:\n\n■ Assess data sources for digital terrain modelling.\n\n■ Discuss the applications of topographic mapping and digital terrain models.\n\n■ Evaluate and compare algorithms for creating digital terrain and surface models from different types of data.\n\n■ Describe and evaluate the concepts and models used in digital terrain and surface modelling.\n\n■ Explain the principles of LiDAR and critically assess its use for Digital Elevation Model generation.\n\n■ Explain the flowline for Digital Elevation Model production using Structure from Motion Multi View Stereo.\n\n■ Apply methods for visualising Digital Elevation Model data.\n\n■ Critically assess the use of topographic information in monitoring and mapping landscape change." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Academic and professional skills for ges pgt"@en . . "5" . "Short Description\nA skills core course for selected PGT students in the School of Geographical and Earth Sciences, covering academic and professional topics including research communication and professional development.\nLearning Outcomes of Course\nBy the end of this course students will be able to:\n\n- Work in a collaborative setting.\n\n- Select and correctly reference literature.\n\n- Reflectively discuss personal and collaborative effectiveness.\n\n- Implement a scientific writing style to a specific format." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Applied gis"@en . . "5" . "Short Description\nFurther experience in the use of GIS for applications, including development of tools and interfaces within GIS and a 3-day field course.\nLearning Outcomes of Course\nHaving completed this course students will be able to:\n\n■ Use OpenSource GIS and related tools;\n\n■ Develop simple programmes, tools and user interfaces within a GIS environment;\n\n■ Carry out an applied GIS project with minimal supervision; \nWrite reports on applied GIS analysis;\n\n■ Work within a group to solve a problem requiring use of GIS within a limited time frame." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Geospatial data infrastructures and land administration"@en . . "5" . "Short Description\nThis 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.\nLearning Outcomes of Course\nBy the end of this course students will be able to:\n\n■ Explain what geospatial data infrastructures are and their importance to good governance;\n\n■ Critically assess the development of topographic mapping and geospatial data infrastructures in the UK, selected countries and from a global perspective;\n\n■ Explain the nature and importance of land ownership, land tenure and associated rights;\n\n■ Explain the principles of cadastre and land registration;\n\n■ Discuss appropriate frameworks for land administration;\n\n■ Explain the role of the Geomatician in land administration;\n\n■ Explain the principles and practices of geospatial data modelling and geodatabase design\n\n■ Design a geospatial database" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Principles of cartographic design & production"@en . . "5" . "Short Description\nThis course provides students with an introduction to the theoretical and practical aspects of map design and production.\nLearning Outcomes of Course\nOn completing this unit students will be able to:\n\n■ Describe the map design process;\n\n■ Explain the classification of, and relationship between, phenomena, data and representation methods;\n\n■ Critically analyse methods of portraying different types of geospatial data;\n\n■ Explain the characteristics of colour, its measurement, description and use in cartography;\n\n■ Describe the elements of map generalisation and discuss the development of automated methods;\n\n■ Describe the particular problems of geographic names, typography and name arrangement in relation to maps;\n\n■ Assess and apply relief depiction methods;\n\n■ Describe materials and processes of modern map production & reproduction;\n\n■ Design and produce maps using appropriate techniques." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Visualisation & map use"@en . . "5" . "Short Description\nThis course examines theoretical and practical aspects of applied map design and the visualisation of geographic information, and an introduction to aspects of map use. It builds further practical skills in applying map design to various topics.\nLearning Outcomes of Course\nOn completing this unit students will be able to:\n\n■ Explain the principles of visual perception in relation to maps\n\n■ Critically analyse methods of portraying different types of geospatial data\n\n■ Describe and critically assess recent developments in cartographic visualisation, such as multi-media, animation, etc.\n\n■ Explain the particular design and production issues relating to certain types of mapping and mapping environments\n\n■ Evaluate map design from the point of view of the map user\n\n■ Design and produce maps using appropriate techniques\n\n■ Give presentations and contribute to oral discussion on map design and cartographic issues." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Web and mobile mapping"@en . . "5" . "Short Description\nThis course provides students with an introduction of GIS in web and mobile environments, including LBS.\nLearning Outcomes of Course\nHaving completed this course students will be able to:\n\n■ Describe the design requirements for static, interactive and dynamic maps distributed on the WWW;\n\n■ Discuss the development and use of Location Based Services (LBS);\n\n■ Explain the software and system requirements for web-enabled mapping, GIS & LBS\n\n■ Discuss the special requirements of mapping for mobile & hand-held devices\n\n■ Critically assess web mapping services\n\n■ Discuss positioning methods for mobile GIS & LBS\n\n■ Use API and web publishing tools to prepare maps for web distribution\n\n■ Discuss the social implications of mapping on the WWW" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Remote sensing of the environment"@en . . "5" . "Short Description\nIntroductory principles of remote sensing and examples of data sets. Processing and interpretation of remotely sensed data.\nLearning Outcomes of Course\nBy the end of this course students will be able to:\n\n■ explain the principles of remote sensing, with reference to a range of examples;\n\n■ explain methods for processing remotely sensed data to generate environmental information;\n\n■ explain sources of error in remote sensing data;\n\n■ explain examples of the use of remote sensing data to detect and quantify environmental change;\n\n■ explain how remote sensing data can be integrated with other data sources;\n\n■ discuss the limitations of using remotely sensed data to detect environmental change;\n\n■ write scientific reports, including use of established conventions for the reporting of results and analysis and the appropriate use and referencing of relevant published material." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Geomatics msc project"@en . . "30" . "Short Description\nMSc project for MSc programmes in Geomatics, Sustainable Water Environments, and Environmental Futures.\nLearning Outcomes of Course\nOutcomes will depend upon the nature of project selected, but generic outcomes are given here.\n\nOn completing this course students will be able to:\n\n■ Discuss project requirements with a client or supervisor and produce a detailed specification for the outputs of the project;\n\n■ Prepare a written project proposal and present this orally.\n\n■ Plan and carry out a substantial research task.\n\n■ Write a comprehensive report of a significant project.\n\n■ Assemble data from the project, including appropriate metadata\n\n■ Work to deadlines" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Master in Geoinformation Technology & Cartography"@en . . "https://www.gla.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/geoinformationtechnologyandcartography/#whythisprogramme,programmestructure" . "90"^^ . "Presential"@en . "This masters program focuses on understanding and managing the locational data required to use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) together with visualisation and map production in GIS environment.\n\nThe focus on underpinning geomatics aspects and cartographic output is unique among GIS programmes.\n\nThe only program in UK tha focuses on cartography with modern, cutting-edge cartographic and data visualisation practices.\n\nStudents will benefit from access to the program's extensive computer laboratories and the latest software. This programme will also include either attendance a 3-day GIS research conference or a short residential field course."@en . . . "1"@en . "FALSE" . . "Master"@en . "None" . "12150.00" . "British Pound"@en . "28260.00" . "None" . "Cartographer with map publishing company, government agency, private service agency\n\nGIS specialist; support in large corporations, environmental consultancies, local authorities, utility companies\n\nMapping specialist with software house or geoinformation data provider\n\nGIS operation, GIS cartographer, GIS analyst"@en . "no data" . "TRUE" . "Downstream"@en . . . . . . . . . . . . . . "School of Geographical and Earth Sciences"@en . .