Intro to Course

*GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM II(SUG653)

Assoc. Prof. Sr. Zamani Bin IsmailRoom C508Contact :03-55444528 or [email protected]

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*Your Class RepsAP2206AAHMAD LUKMAN BIN MUJI (2013206706)HP [email protected]

AP2206BPAZULFIRDAUS BIN ZULKIFLI(2013812948)HP [email protected]

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*Course informationCredit hour : 3Contact hour : 5 (2 hrs/week for lecture) & (3 hrs/week for lab session)Prerequisite : Geographic Information System I (SUG613)

Full description of the syllabus is available at i-learn website.

*Course objectivesUpon completing this course, you are able to;understand the fundamentals to a develop a system based on the System Development Life Cycle,undertake the development of GIS as well as the cost-benefit analysis,undertake user requirement analysis,Undertake the acquisition process of GIS hardware & software,Manage the GIS development project.

Entrance & Exit Survey for OBE*

Lecture schedule*

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WeekLecture Topic1Introduction to GIS life cycleLifecycle planning involves setting goals, defining targets, establishing schedules, and estimating budgets for an entire GIS project. 2Conducting need assessmentEmphasize on documenting the findings in a standard and structured manner. This topic will expose to the skills to adopt (or develop) a standard method to be used for the description of all the GIS tasks, processes and data that will be included in the needs assessment.3Corporate databaseFocusing on the advantages of the corporate database are first, that all users have immediate and easy access to up-to-date information and, secondly that the construction of the database is done in the most efficient manner possible.4Acquisition of GIS Hardware and SoftwareThis step is the actual purchase of the GIS - hardware and software. The GIS to be acquired is usually subject to competitive bid by the interested vendors. The single most critical part of this process is the preparation of an adequate (and detailed) Request for Proposals (RFP).5Test

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WeekLecture Topic6Evaluating proposalEvaluating proposals should be done by the RFP committee with all the members using the same criteria as listed in the RFP. This process should be documented in case a protest arises. 7Benchmarking for selection processThis topic touch on the key elements in minimizing the risk in system selection. Often the customer does not have precise plans and needs - these will be determined to some extent by what the GIS industry currently has to offer. Customer needs reassurance - real, live demonstration - that the system can deliver the vendor's claims under real conditions.8GIS delivery and installation planThe initial Needs Assessment will contain some applications of a complex nature, however the majority of initial applications will be straight-forward, using the basic functionality that is part of every commercial GIS (e.g., query, display). The more complex applications usually are not supported by the basic functions of a GIS but must be programmed using the GIS macro language or other programming language.

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WeekLecture Topic9GIS benchmark testThe purpose of a benchmark is to evaluate the performance and functionality of different data conversion methods, hardware and software configurations in a controlled environment. Each software package can be compared in the same hardware environment or one software package can be compared across different hardware platforms.10GIS maintenancesThe last step in GIS implementation is to put the system to use. With system integration and testing complete and at least some applications available for use, the system can be released to users. Two broad categories of activity must be in place at this time: user support and service ,system maintenance (database, hardware, software).11Spatial analysisThis topic touches on the spatial analysis available in GIS.12Test

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WeekLecture Topic13GIS applicationDiscussion on existing GIS applications. 14Cost and benefit analysisThis topic target on how to assess the advantages of a specific GIS application over competitive solutions and traditional work procedures (i.e. not utilizing a GIS). It is important to evaluate the total value of the GIS application to the user and customer. Requirements of user groups who perform different tasks with the GIS applications or are subject to different constraints may result in different cost / benefit situations for these groups.

*AssessmentFinal examination: 50%

Coursework: 50%Tests: 10%Laboratory: 20%Assignments: 20%Beyond classroom learning

*REFERENCEBOOKS & RECOMMENDED READING MATERIALS

*Main Reference bookGeographic Information Systems and Science, 3nd Edition Author: Paul Longley, Michael F. Goodchild, David Maguire, David Rhind Release: 2011Format: Paperback ISBN: 978-0-470-72144-5 Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc 537 pages, Illustrated Language: English

Price RM95

*Recommended bookThe Design and Implementation of Geographic Information Systems Author: John E. Harmon, Steven J. Anderson Release: 6 June 2003 Format: Hardcover ISBN-10: 0471204889 ISBN-13: 9780471204886 Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc 264 pages, Illustrated Language: English

RM 90.00

*Recommended bookThe GIS Book

Authors: George B. Korte Release: 29 September 2000 Publisher: Onward Press /Thomson Learning Format: Paperback ISBN: 9780766828209 Edition: 5

*Reference book for Lab sessionIntroduction to Geographic Information Systems with Data Files CD-ROM

Authors: Kang-tsung (Karl) Chang Release: 2014 Publisher: McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math Format: Paperback ISBN: 9781259010613 Edition: 7 RM 75.00

*Recommended book for ArcGISIntroduction to 3D data : Modeling with ArcGIS 3D Analyst and Google Earth

Authors: K. Heather Kennedy Release: 2009 Publisher: John Wiley &Sons Format: Paperback ISBN: 978-0-470-38124-3 RM 80.00

Lab. Session*

AdviceStudents are required to put on the appropriate attire during Lab session.Slippers are not allowed in the lab.No food in lab.Please keep the lab tidy.*

Lab session GIS softwareAutodesk Map GRASSMicrostationCARIS systemIDRISIMapInfoArcGIS 10.2

Lab SessionOpen Source GIS Google Map Quantum GIS Open Jump GIS DIVA GIS MapWindow gvSIG SPRING

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*IMPORTANT NOTICE

NoticeLab sheets will be made available on i-learn however they are accessible for certain period of time. Students are advice to pay attention when announcement to their availability are made.

Assignment instruction will also be posted to i-learn with limited time availability.

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*In brief

moves away from the technical & conceptual issues that underpin GIS and takes a look at some of the human and organizational issues surrounding commercial and business applicationsQuestions need to be asked before implementing GISWhat applications of GIS exist?What are the needs of potential users?Can the investment in GIS be justified?Which systems is appropriate, and how should it be implemented?What changes will GIS cause in the application?

*What applications of GIS exist?What GIS are available?What are the options for hardware and software?

*What are the needs of potential users?Who are the users of a GIS?How can users be involved in setting up a new GIS?How will GIS impact on their work tasks & jobs?How can their commitment to a GIS project be ensured?

*Can investment in GIS be justified?Is GIS a proven technology in the organizations sphere of activity?Will GIS bring benefits to the organization?How can potential benefits be assessed?

*Which system is appropriate and how should it be implemented?How can an appropriate system be chosen?How can a system failure be avoided?Can resistance to a new system be presented?

*What changes will GIS cause in the organization? How can implementation of a new GIS be undertaken so that the new methods of working have minimum impact on the work culture of the organization?

ConclusionThe process of choosing and implementing a GIS varies depending on the nature of the organization & its functions

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*RICS accreditation certificate

*Quote of the dayNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmRalph Waldo Emerson

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