- Understand the fundamental theory of Geographic Information Science behind Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and in so doing build an awareness of what GIS can and cannot be used for
- Become proficient in the use of GIS tools to conduct spatial analyses and build maps that are fit-for-purpose and effectively convey the information they are intended to
- Build confidence in teaching your-self how to undertake new analyses (unfamiliar to you) using GIS, troubleshooting problems in GIS, and seeking help from the GIS community to solve your problems
- Use GIS analyses to address applied problems and/or research questions
- Become effective in building maps that can be shared with non-GIS users (e.g. PDF maps and interactive webGIS maps)
The above learning outcomes apply to the courses as follows:
Learning Outcome: |
WATS 4930/6920 |
WATS 4931/6921 |
WATS 6915 |
1 - GIS Theory |
Core |
NA |
Core |
2 - Profiency in Spatial Analyses & Cartography |
Core |
Partial |
Partial |
3 - Self-Teaching & Troubleshooting |
Partial |
Core |
Partial |
4 - Spatial Analysis in Research |
NA |
Core |
NA |
5 - Communicating with GIS |
Core |
Core |
Core |
GIS being used in the field, here with a ground-based LiDaR.