Advanced Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
SOCI 3303
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Course ID
200954
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
3
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course builds upon the foundation GIS knowledge and skills acquired at the introductory level and guides students in the development of increasingly sophisticated spatial analysis capabilities. Theory will include detail of the principles that underpin the spatial modelling and analysis techniques employed in the practical exercises. The course has a strong practical focus, and students will gain experience in field data collection; network analysis; and the construction, manipulation and interpretation of raster data sets in a GIS environment. Students will learn how to interpret and present the results of spatial data analysis through high-quality reports.

Course learning outcomes

  • To understand the structure, advantages and limitations of raster datasets
  • To develop a broad appreciation of spatial analysis techniques and application areas
  • To develop specific skills in the construction and manipulation of raster data sets
  • Be able to explore and solve spatial problems using GIS techniques and technology
  • To develop skills in the creation, management and delivery of spatial data in an online GIS environment
  • To perform sophisticated raster and vector GIS analysis in a GIS environment

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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