INTRODUCTION TO SPATIAL DATA MANAGEMENT (ON REQUEST)

This intermediate course is aimed at students who need instruction in the intermediate principles and techniques fundamental to spatial data management, map projections and coordinate systems.

Themes covered in the course include:

  • Map projections and coordinate systems
  • Spatial data models (e.g. vector, raster, tin)
  • Topology
  • Databases, including object-orientated
  • Geo-databases
  • Data model and format conversions
  • Data generalisation and aggregation
  • Data quality

Upon completion, participants should have a good understanding of the principles of spatial data management including map projections and coordinate systems, spatial data models, the concept of topology, geo-databases, data model and format conversions, data generalisation and data quality. The participants should be able to apply these in ArcGIS.

Basic skills needed to do this course?

  • Basic computer skills
  • Introduction to GIS CGA Short Course or an equivalent qualification or experience

Should you be interested in attending this course, please contact:

Ms Jessica Eichhoff

eichhoffj@sun.ac.za

021 808 3218