Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Biological and Environmental Sciences

Learning Methods

Lecture
Off Site
Practical
Tutorial
Workshop

Module Offerings

5302NATSCI-SEP-CTY

Aims

This module aims to inform research, inquiry, and communication through development of geographical skills, to provide students with increased professional and subject specific understanding, and to enhance the personal and intellectual autonomy of students. To introduce students to Geographical Information Systems (GIS), and introduce key methods of data and database management.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:
This syllabus of this module will include: - An introduction to the theory of GIS, remote sensing, and spatial data analysis. - Sources of geospatial data and principles of visualising. - A summary of recent advances in mapping technology and uses, including the relevance of these technologies for physical and human geography. - The creation, manipulation, management, and graphical display of database information. - Digital mapping of spatial datasets in a variety of forms (e.g. raster, vector). - An introduction to employability and graduate skills including shortlisting and interview practice.
Module Overview:
This module aims to inform research, inquiry and communication through development of geographical skills and provide you with increased professional and subject specific understanding. It will also introduce you to Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and key methods of data and database management.
Additional Information:
This module provides an introduction to a variety of geographical skills directly relevant for the professional development of students. Students will become proficient at using GIS packages to process, manipulate, and interpret a variety of forms of data. This will also include learning about principles of data management, interpolation, and interpretation. Assessments for the module are focused around a GIS portfolio. GIS practical classes and tutorial tasks will form a number of formative assessments which will allow students to receive formative feedback throughout the term.

Assessments

Portfolio