Course
Discontinued
No
Course Code
EAES 2851
Descriptive
Geological Information Systems
Department
Earth & Environmental Sciences
Faculty
Science & Technology
Credits
3.00
Start Date
End Term
Not Specified
PLAR
Yes
Semester Length
15 weeks
Max Class Size
35
Contact Hours
Lecture 2 hours
Lab 2 hours
Method(s) Of Instruction
Lecture
Lab
Learning Activities
This course will utilize lectures and computer labs.
Course Description
This course will introduce students to the use of computer applications for analysing geological and mining exploration data, and producing a variety of outputs including maps, cross-sections, statistical plots, and others.
Course Content
- Map production utilizing acquired digital elevation models, and displaying data of various types (topography, geology, geophysics, geochemistry, drilling, land tenure, environment).
- Public and acquired data sets (acquisition, georeferencing, layer displays).
- Formatting and processing of exploration data (graphical analysis, gridding, inverting, filtering).
- Digital terrain models (dtm/dsm/dem, creating dtm using local exploration data).
- 2D and 3D data display.
- Contouring and isosurfaces (plotting and analysing data in 2D and 3D, interpolation and prediction).
- Reserve and resource estimates.
- Software including: ArcGIS, Google Earth, Microsoft Excel, GeoSoft Target, Leapfrog Geo, Reflex ioGAS, and others.
Learning Outcomes
After successfully completing EAES 2851, a student will be able to:
- Produce maps displaying surface data.
- Acquire, format and process geological and exploration data.
- Integrate data from a variety of sources into maps to provide initial area review.
- Create digital terrain models (DTM).
- Display data and interpolated / predictive models using 2D and 3D methods.
- Analyze data to provide input for reserve/resource estimates.
Means of Assessment
Evaluation will be carried out in accordance with Douglas College policy. The instructor will present a written course outline with specific evaluation criteria at the beginning of the semester. Evaluation will be based on the following:
Labs and Assignments 20 - 40%
Project(s) 20 - 30%
Lab exams and term exams 40 - 60% (none over 30%)
Textbook Materials
Students should consult the bookstore for the latest required course materials, including textbooks.
- Law, M., Collins, A.; Getting to Know ArcGIS for Desktop; ESRI Press, or equivalent ArcGIS manual.
- Articles and webpages for student study provided or referenced by the instructor.
Prerequisites