GIS for Environmental Management

Undergraduate | 2026

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Mode
Mode
Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
ENVI 3011
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Course ID
206880
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
Physics, Chemistry&Earth Scnce
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Course level
3
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
Discipline group B
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University-wide elective course
Yes
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

In this course, students will learn the background science and application skills in geographic information systems with a special emphasis on environmental management.

Course learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate proficiency in using ArcGIS for spatial data preparation, analysis and visualisation
  • Demonstrate proficiency in vector and raster processing
  • Interrogate how airborne and spaceborne imaging sensors can provide spatial information for environmental management
  • Quantitatively describe the spatial variability of the biophysical environment
  • Demonstrate the use of GIS for independent, critical, and creative environmental research

Prerequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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Assessment

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Degree list
The following degrees include this course
Bachelor of Science (Honours) majoring in Ecology
Bachelor of Science majoring in Ecology
Master of Science specialising in Sustainable Georesources
Master of Landscape Architecture