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Geographic Information Systems (GIS) allow the acquisition, storage, analysis and visualisation of location-based data. GIS are increasingly applied in research and practice across a wide range of disciplines and sectors including environmental assessment and planning. As such, GIS skills are valuable, transferable and highly sought after.
This module will introduce students to ArcGIS, the most widely used GIS software package. It will enable students developing an understanding of conceptual, theoretical and practical geographical considerations and, most importantly, gaining practical GIS skills for their use and application. These skills will cover spatial data creation, sourcing, management, mapping and geoprocessing.
The module is largely delivered through hands-on computer lab-based practicals, complemented with lectures that will cover theory and analytical themes that GIS are designed to handle. The practicals will focus on the analysis, visualisation and interpretation of spatial data to support environmental assessments, using demonstrative examples and problem-solving exercises. A significant part of the learning will be self-directed, allowing students to develop their skills and spatial awareness through the design and delivery of a spatial analysis project, within the framework of environmental impact assessment.
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Computer requirement :
Although this module is taught in a GIS-enabled computer lab, access to lab is limited to designated hours. Thus, It is recommended that you have access to a personal laptop to complete this module given the amount of autonomous learning hours involved. If you plan to purchase a new computer, you can find the recommended ArcGIS Pro configuration at this link: https://pro.arcgis.com/en/pro-app/latest/get-started/arcgis-pro-system-requirements.htm
UCD Laptop scheme:
The UCD Laptop scheme is available to you if you need a laptop for your studies and may not be able to finance it. This is a long term loan scheme, where eligible students can borrow a new, free laptop for the duration of your studies. This scheme is open to new and continuing students. To be eligible for a laptop you must be registered as a full or part-time student in 2022-23 and be from a low income household (annual income below €50,840). Students who enter through the HEAR pathway, do not need to provide supporting documentation. Non-EU fee-paying students, Erasmus and Study Abroad students are not eligible to apply.
Supporting documentation must be provided to be considered for this scheme. Your application will be assessed on your eligibility, and on the information you provide in the final question of this application. Applications for the UCD laptop scheme are open. Please visit this website - https://www.ucd.ie/all/cometoucd/scholarshipsandfinancialsupport/ucdlaptopscheme/. You can also send an email to: all@ucd.ie with any queries.
Laptops in the Library
Laptops can be borrowed from the James Joyce and the Health Sciences Libraries. Laptops can be borrowed for up to 4 hours at a time. There is no charge to borrow a laptop. However, fines will apply for late returned, lost, stolen or damaged laptops.
Learn more here - https://www.ucd.ie/library/use/laptops/
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Please be aware that these loaned computers may not meet the minimum requirements for optimal GIS functionality.
This module will introduce students to ArcGIS, the most widely used GIS software package. It will enable students developing an understanding of conceptual, theoretical and practical geographical considerations and, most importantly, gaining practical GIS skills for their use and application. These skills will cover spatial data creation, sourcing, management, mapping and geoprocessing.
The module is largely delivered through hands-on computer lab-based practicals, complemented with lectures that will cover theory and analytical themes that GIS are designed to handle. The practicals will focus on the analysis, visualisation and interpretation of spatial data to support environmental assessments, using demonstrative examples and problem-solving exercises. A significant part of the learning will be self-directed, allowing students to develop their skills and spatial awareness through the design and delivery of a spatial analysis project, within the framework of environmental impact assessment.
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Computer requirement :
Although this module is taught in a GIS-enabled computer lab, access to lab is limited to designated hours. Thus, It is recommended that you have access to a personal laptop to complete this module given the amount of autonomous learning hours involved. If you plan to purchase a new computer, you can find the recommended ArcGIS Pro configuration at this link: https://pro.arcgis.com/en/pro-app/latest/get-started/arcgis-pro-system-requirements.htm
UCD Laptop scheme:
The UCD Laptop scheme is available to you if you need a laptop for your studies and may not be able to finance it. This is a long term loan scheme, where eligible students can borrow a new, free laptop for the duration of your studies. This scheme is open to new and continuing students. To be eligible for a laptop you must be registered as a full or part-time student in 2022-23 and be from a low income household (annual income below €50,840). Students who enter through the HEAR pathway, do not need to provide supporting documentation. Non-EU fee-paying students, Erasmus and Study Abroad students are not eligible to apply.
Supporting documentation must be provided to be considered for this scheme. Your application will be assessed on your eligibility, and on the information you provide in the final question of this application. Applications for the UCD laptop scheme are open. Please visit this website - https://www.ucd.ie/all/cometoucd/scholarshipsandfinancialsupport/ucdlaptopscheme/. You can also send an email to: all@ucd.ie with any queries.
Laptops in the Library
Laptops can be borrowed from the James Joyce and the Health Sciences Libraries. Laptops can be borrowed for up to 4 hours at a time. There is no charge to borrow a laptop. However, fines will apply for late returned, lost, stolen or damaged laptops.
Learn more here - https://www.ucd.ie/library/use/laptops/
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Please be aware that these loaned computers may not meet the minimum requirements for optimal GIS functionality.
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| Name | Role |
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| Assoc Professor Ainhoa Gonzalez Del Campo | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
| Assoc Professor Gerald Mills | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
| Dr Tine Ningal | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
| Dr Srikanta Sannigrahi | Tutor |