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                        GEO INFORMATION SCIENCE PROGRAMME         

The Structure and Contents

  The course is designed by experts to provide sufficient knowledge and advanced training in the field of RS, GIS and GPS. The theoretical and practical modules consist of fundamental concepts of Remote Sensing, Digital Image Processing, GPS, GIS, Database Design, Computer and ICT, Information Analysis and modelling. The courses highlights on various application fields like

§        Natural Resource Management

§        Utilities Management

§        Urban and Regional Planning

§        Land or Urban Information Systems and Municipal GIS

§        Customisation and Application Software Development 

  This is a hands-own course with more stress and emphasis on practical training on the computer with the required software packages and other equipments.

  The course is planned in three defined modules.           

   MODULE I FUNDAMENTALS

Overview of Computer and Information Technology

Mapping Concepts, Surveying and Cartography Remote Sensing

Digital Image Processing

Aerial Photography and Photogrammetry

Global Positioning System

Special Data Concepts and GIS

Geographic Analysis and Modelling

    MODULE II FUNDAMENTALS

Natural Resources Mapping and Assessment

Agriculture, Forestry and Land Capability Analysis

Urban / Regional Planning and Information Systems

Utilities and Facilities Management

Environmental Studies and Impact Assessment

Database and Customised Application Software Development

   MODULE III PROJECT WORK

Based on the subject interest of the candidate