BI5138 - Conservation Technologies

Aims

The module is designed to introduce students to Geographic Information Systems and technology in conservation science.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this module students should be able to:

• Demonstrate the ability to use GIS to manage spatial data;
• Manipulate and interpret spatial data in a GIS platform;
• Apply knowledge of remotely sensed data and GIS to conservation management questions;
• Identify with justified reasoning, appropriate technology for conservation applications
• Explain and justify the application of information technology in conservation science

Module content

• Spatial data and its management
• Coordinate systems and projections
• Geographic Positioning Systems (GPS)
• Vector data analysis
• Raster data analysis
• Remote sensing
• The use of innovative technology in conservation science
• Information technology in conservation science