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Introduction to Urban Geo-Informatics
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Course
Beginner
Free to Audit
Certificate

Introduction to Urban Geo-Informatics

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Learning about geospatial technologies, such as GIS, Remote Sensing, GNSS and Underground Mapping, to solve urban environmental issues.

5 hrs/week6 weeksEnglish16,416 enrolled
Free to Audit

About this Course

History, benefits, and foundational concepts of online learning How to leverage your prior educational experiences for success learning online Technology fundamentals for online learning, including building your digital confidence, using an LMS (Learning Management System), and making the most of online accessibility features Study strategies for online learning, anchored in the ABCDs: Awareness, Balance, Community, and Dedication Time management skills to help integrate learning into your busy life

What You'll Learn

  • Issues surrounding the Urban Environment
  • History and skills involved in the different Geospatial Technologies (Remote Sensing, GIS, GNSS, Underground Mapping)
  • Discover how Geospatial data is collected, analyzed, and used to shape our world

Instructors

M

Man-Sing Charles WONG

Assistant Professor

W

Wenzhong SHI

Chair Professor and Head of Department

S

Shuk-Ching Lilian PUN-CHENG

Associate Professor

W

Wallace W.L. LAI

Assistant Professor

Topics

Environmental Issue
Global Positioning Systems
Mapping
Spatial Data Infrastructures
Remote Sensing
Geographic Information Systems

Course Info

PlatformedX
LevelBeginner
PacingUnknown
CertificateAvailable
PriceFree to Audit

Skills

القضايا البيئية
أنظمة تحديد المواقع العالمية
رسم الخرائط
بنى تحتية للبيانات المكانية
الاستشعار عن بُعد
Geographic Information Systems

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