Module Details

Module Code: INTR7037
Title: GIS for Spatial Data Analysis
Long Title: GIS for Spatial Data Analysis
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2022/23 ( September 2022 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5213 - Interdisciplinary Engineering
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: The students will develop an understanding of spatial data and will use GIS software for visualization. The student will learn to create geospatial maps in 2D and 3D from tabular data and images. They will perform basic spatial analysis, network analysis, and multicriteria analysis, and will use google earth into GIS platform.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Explain the basics of spatial data and use GIS software for the visualization of the data.
LO2 Combine open-access spatial data from Irish and global sources to develop high-resolution georeferenced maps.
LO3 Use spatial analysis tools to perform basic calculations at spatial scale.
LO4 Integrate GIS with Google Earth and Google Maps.
LO5 Perform Multicriteria and Network Analysis to solve engineering problems.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
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Indicative Content
Introduction to GIS software
Becoming familiar with a chosen GIS software, loading raster and vector data to the GIS platform and preparing spatial maps; loading and integrating non-spatial data to vector data files using GIS, and developing GIS maps from tabular data.
Georeferencing
Adding geographic information to maps that do not have any spatial information using georeferencing; developing vector files from scanned images.
Working with Irish Data
Integrating different Irish data obtained from the Central Statistics Office and Geological Survey Ireland to generate time evolution maps.
Introduction to Spatial Analysis Tool
Using spatial analyst tools to perform basic analysis such as interpolation and buffering.
Interchange data between GIS and Google Earth/Maps
Exporting and importing data from Google Earth and Google Maps to GIS platform and vice versa. Using Google Earth to develop georeferenced maps.
3D visualization
Developing 3D maps and animation videos in GIS software.
Multicriteria Analysis using Graphical Modeler
Performing multicriteria analysis for decision making using the graphical modeler automation algorithm in GIS software.
Network Analysis
Performing network analysis in GIS to identify shortest route between two points in a road network, both in terms of distance and travel time.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 5 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Report submission on the use of GIS software to demonstrate how spatial data can be sourced, organised, structured and edited.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 9 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Report submission on the applications of GIS for solutions to discipline specific problems in areas such as the environment, engineering, social/demographic studies etc.
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,5
Assessment Description
Written assessment covering the basic GIS as delivered through class lectures.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,5
Assessment Description
Lab-based assessment covering the principles required in using software to provide structured GIS solutions to common GIS problems.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Delivery of module content Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact GIS software laboratory Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Revision of lecture material, completion of laboratory assignments Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Delivery of module contect Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact GIS software laboratory Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Revision of lecture material, completion of laboratory assignments Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Ian Heywood, Sarah Cornelius, Steve Carver. (2011), An Introduction to Geographical Information Systems, 4th. [ISBN: 9780273722595].
  • Joseph Kerski and Jill Clark. (2012), GIS Guide to Public Domain Data, [ISBN: 9781589483170].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_CCIVL_7 Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering 5 Elective
CR_CENVI_7 Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Engineering 5 Mandatory