GIS and Remote Sensing - 2019 entry
MODULE TITLE | GIS and Remote Sensing | CREDIT VALUE | 15 |
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MODULE CODE | CSMM189 | MODULE CONVENER | Dr Benedikt Steiner (Coordinator) |
DURATION: TERM | 1 | 2 | 3 |
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DURATION: WEEKS | 11 | 0 | 0 |
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated) | 50 |
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Provides an introduction to and advanced GIS and remote sensing skills used by geologists and engineers in the mining and environmental industry. You will learn and familiarise with the most fundamental tools and software packages used to collect, analyse, manipulate and display spatial datasets.
The module introduces and develops advanced spatial visualisation and modelling skills associated with the daily work of an exploration and environmental geologist. These include practical work on a number of datasets and will guide the student from simple data visualisation to designing geodatabases and spatial modelling/ mineral potential mapping practicals. A highlight will be the collection and processing of data related to a contaminated land investigation at the historic mine site of Poldice, which will introduce data capture, manipulation and visualisation methods.
The Remote Sensing (RS) part of the module aims to familiarise the student with the interpretation of satellite imagery. The RS teaching block is planned as a series of lectures and practicals on a) retrieval and management of satellite data, b) manipulation and interpretation of different types of imagery (e.g. RGB false colour composites, differential interferograms, DEMs) demonstrating applications in geotechnical engineering and regional geological mapping, c) integration with multi-layer GIS environments and RS software, using Google Earth Pro and ArcGIS.
After completing this module you will be able to confidently apply GIS and remote sensing methods in the applied geoscience sector. The module provides the foundation knowledge for CSMM193 Exploration Targeting and CSMM192 Advanced Geoscientific Computing & Data Management in Term 2 of the MSc Exploration Geology Programme.
On successful completion of this module, you should be able to:
Module Specific Skills and Knowledge:
1 Discuss advanced exploration methods, in particular GIS and spatial data handling and integration;
2 Confidently use ArcGIS and remote sensing software packages;
3 Handle spatial data and generate maps, databases and interpretations for geological and general management;
4 Explain how exploration targets are generated and interpreted from a number of spatial data sources;
Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge:
5 Systematically and critically explore the use of GIS for acquisition, analysis, interpretation and presentation of geo-scientific data relevant to the mineral exploration, environmental and mining industry;
6 Apply a variety of exploration techniques in the study of mineral deposits. Sources of data will encompass literature, laboratory and field based materials and information;
7 Synthesise and evaluate complex geological data, make sound judgments and communicate the results to others, along with an ability to make recommendations relevant to decision-making in the mining industry;
Personal and Key Transferable/ Employment Skills and Knowledge:
8 Select and utilise a full range of online learning resources and software packages to analyse, synthesise and interpret data. This includes GIS and Remote Sensing software, academic papers, book chapters, discussion boards and online individual and group activities;
9 Demonstrate commercial awareness with regards to exploration techniques;
10 Discuss complex issues, report on them and communicate the results to others.
- Introduction to the use of GIS and spatial modelling in mining and mineral exploration;
- Coordinate systems and georeferencing;
- Geodatabases;
- Creating and editing data;
- Symbology and Visualisation;
- Cartography using GIS;
- Spatial analysis and Interpolation;
- Statistical mineral potential mapping;
- Principles of remote sensing and applications in geological mapping, geohazards and geotechnical engineering.
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities | 50 | Guided Independent Study | 100 | Placement / Study Abroad | 0 |
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Category | Hours of study time | Description |
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | 50 | Lectures, practicals and drop-in sessions. Focus will be on developing computing skills and familiarisation with industry standard software |
Guided Independent Study | 100 | Coursework and using online resources with guidance from UoE staff |
Form of Assessment | Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) | ILOs Assessed | Feedback Method |
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Drop-In Sessions | Variable | 1-10 | Verbal |
Discussion Boards | Variable | 1-10 | Written (on discussion boards) |
Coursework | 100 | Written Exams | 0 | Practical Exams | 0 |
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Form of Assessment | % of Credit | Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) | ILOs Assessed | Feedback Method |
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Geological Mapping in GIS and Databasing | 40 | 5 pages plus geological map and GDB files | 1-3, 8, 10 | Written/Verbal |
GIS Project (Poldice) | 60 | 15 pages and processed fieldwork files | 1-10 | Written/Verbal |
Original Form of Assessment | Form of Re-assessment | ILOs Re-assessed | Time Scale for Re-assessment |
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Geological Mapping and Databasing | Coursework | 1-3, 8, 10 | Ref/Def period |
GIS Project (Poldice) | Coursework | 1-10 | Ref/Def Period |
Depending on previous performance on assignments (how many assignments were passed?), one or two pieces of coursework at 50% each. All referral marks are capped at 50%.
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener
Basic reading:
All ArcGIS workflows are described on the ESRI support web pages detailed below. This should be your first call for all technical ArcGIS matters.
ELE – http://vle.exeter.ac.uk/
A list of web resources and academic papers are available through ELE. In addition, the course site contains comprehensive online resources including lectures, PowerPoint presentations, documents and reference material in pdf format, mp3 podcasts, videos, e-tivities, discussion boards; and links to the University of Exeter electronic library and its comprehensive resources.
Web based and electronic resources:
Module is largely delivered by a dedicated ELE website that also involves links to external corporate, professional, educational websites and YouTube.
http://support.esri.com/en/knowledgebase/Gisdictionary/browse (useful GIS dictionary provided by ESRI)
http://resources.arcgis.com (useful website for ArcGIS forums, online help and support)
http://help.arcgis.com/ (another useful ArcGIS online help website)
Other resources:
The site will have additional literature resources from external professional bodies, technical guides and manuals and use of company annual reports.
Reading list for this module:
Type | Author | Title | Edition | Publisher | Year | ISBN |
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Set | Bonham-Carter, G. F. | Geographic Information Systems for Geoscientists: Modelling with GIS | Pergamon, 398p | 1994 | ||
Set | Prost, G.L. | Remote Sensing for Geoscientists: Image Analysis and Integration | CRC Press, p621p | 2014 | ||
Set | Carranza | Geologically-Constrained Mineral Potential Mapping. Examples from the Philippines | ITC Publication No. 80, 496p. | 2002 | ||
Set | Carranza, E. J. M. | Geochemical Anomaly and Mineral Prospectivity Mapping in GIS | 1st | Elsevier, 368p | 2008 | |
Set | Moon, C., Whateley, M. and Evans, M. (eds.) | Introduction to Mineral Exploration | 2nd | Wiley, 496p | 2005 | |
Set | Marjoribanks, R. | Geological Methods in Mineral Exploration and Mining | 2nd | Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg, 238p | 2010 |
CREDIT VALUE | 15 | ECTS VALUE | 7.5 |
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PRE-REQUISITE MODULES | None |
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CO-REQUISITE MODULES | None |
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) | 7 | AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING | No |
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ORIGIN DATE | Friday 20th January 2017 | LAST REVISION DATE | Wednesday 7th August 2019 |
KEY WORDS SEARCH | Mineral; Exploration; Ore; Deposits; Geology; Exploration; GIS; Remote; Sensing; Cartography; Mineral Potential Mapping |
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Please note that all modules are subject to change, please get in touch if you have any questions about this module.