Course Details

Course Code(s):
GY5021
Available:
Part-Time
Intake:
Spring
Course Start Date:
27 January 2025
Duration:
6 Weeks
Award:
University Certificate of Study
Qualification:
NFQ Level 9 Minor Award
Faculty: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Course Type: Professional/Flexible, Online
Fees: For Information on Fees, see section below.
Application Deadline:

Contact(s):

Name: Dr Breandán Anraoi MacGabhann
Email: Breandan.Macgabhann@ul.ie
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Brief Description

Course commencement is subject to minimum numbers.

This course qualifies for 80% funding under the HCI Micro-Credential Course Learner Subsidy. Check fees section for details and eligibility. Applications for Spring 2025 will open in October, express your interest to be notified when the course opens for application.  Please Note: Applicants may only apply for and receive, one subsidised course per semester.

Please ensure you enter the Module Code below when applying for this MicroCred. Applications without this cannot be processed.

You may apply for more than one MicroCred under the same application.

Module Description Module Code NFQ Level ECTS Credits Start Date Cost

Environmental Geospatial Data Analysis

GY5021

 9 6 Spring 2025

€750.00

This micro-credential represents a single module within a larger further award (eg. Certificate, Diploma, Masters). By taking this micro-credential you may be eligible to apply for a credit exemption should you progress to study for a further award. The programmes associated with this MicroCred are: 

The growing recognition of the importance of environmental protection comes at a time when technological advances have made geospatial and spatiotemporal data more available than ever. From Earth monitoring satellites to environmental sensors, IoT devices, and smartphones, the range of data and data collection tools available provides us with unprecedented opportunities to make informed decisions on issues potentially impacting the environment.

This module will train students in the use of open source and/or commercial Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software to analyse environmental and other geospatial data. Topics to be covered include:

  • Types of data: vector (point, line, and polygon), raster, and attribute geospatial data
  • Importing primary and secondary data into GIS software
  • Choosing and working with geographic and projected coordinate reference systems
  • Manipulating geospatial data using geometric, geoprocessing, and analysis tools, including plugins and extensions
  • Working with geospatial temporal data
  • Illustrating geospatial data through the production of maps and animated images

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module, students will be able to:

  • Compile attribute, vector (point, line, and polygon), and raster geospatial and spatiotemporal data from a range of sources and/or primary data collection
  • Use geographic and projected coordinate reference systems
  • Evaluate geospatial data using a range of geometric, geoprocessing, and analysis tools
  • Determine appropriate courses of action through analysis of geospatial data
  • Illustrate geospatial data effectively by producing maps and other visualisations
  • Appreciate legal and ethical issues surrounding the collection and use of geospatial data

Assessment

Project creating a map illustrating analysed environmental data

Student Weekly Time Commitment

1h live online tutorial, ~2h recorded content, plus independent work reading and completing exercises

Relevant degree (Geography, Environmental Science, Sociology, Mathematics, Computer Science, or similar) or equivalent experience.

Entry requirements are established to ensure the learner can engage with the course material and assessments, at a level suitable to their needs, and the academic requirements of the module. By applying to this micro-credential, you are confirming that you have reviewed and understand any such requirements, and that you meet the eligibility criteria for admission.

Successful completion of this module does not automatically qualify you for entry into a further award. All programme applicants must meet the entry requirements listed if applying for a further award.

€750

HCI Micro-Credential Course Learner Subsidy - Candidates who satisfy the eligibility criteria can qualify for 80% funding subject to the availability of places. To clarify eligibility please go to Eligibility Criteria 

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