Course: CRCSI Online Master degree program

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	CRCSI has developed six online spatial science postgraduate degree units. CRCSI universities can implement these in their postgraduate programs. Students wishing to undertake a unit, either within a current program of study or as an individual unit of study (eg extension studies) must contact the university directly.

1	Applications of GPS A basic introduction to the principles of positioning with GPS. It mainly focuses on the code phase measurements technology (eg GPS handheld receivers), commonly in use for GIS applications, but provides information of other techniques and equipment as well. It is mainly aimed at postgraduate students with a background in surveying and/or GIS but is also open to other interested students. The unit covers a basic introduction into GPS technology (eg system technology, measurements, positioning and navigation principles) and important related subjects such as error sources and accuracy and coordinate and mapping systems. Examples and exercises enhance the theoretical information. This will assist in the process of choosing the most suitable method/equipment to perform a positioning task with GPS. Next availability: Commencing February 2009. Further Information (pdf)

2	Geocomputation This course introduces concepts and applications of geocomputational methods and techniques. It is aimed at professionals and postgraduate students who want to learn how to use spatial data and knowledge to address complex geographic phenomena and problems. Next availability: Commencing July 2009. Further information (pdf)

3	Principles of Remote Sensing Remote sensing techniques are powerful tools for spatial data acquisition and this course will describe the history, challenges and developments in remote sensing. Topics covered include definition and physics of basic electromagnetic radiation propertises, energy-matter relationships, spectral signatures of surfaces and the atmosphere, the reduction of atmospheric effects, sensor concepts (including film and electro-optical sensors), an introduction to data processing and enhancement (including image interpretation procedures). Satellite missions such as Landsat, SPOT, and ERS will be briefly introduced, as well as future remote sensing satellite constellations. The variety of satellite and airborne platforms, and the greater access to imagery, now make it possible to use remote sensing to address a wide range of applications. The diverse and ever-growing applications will be reviewed. Further information

4	Research Methodology This unit covers the broad spectrum of conducting and managing research in science and engineering disciplines. This includes the stages and progression of research projects; quantitative data analysis methods; history & philosophy of science; ethics; and dissemination of research results. Next availability: Commencing February 2009. Further information (pdf)

5	Modelling Techniques for Spatial Data This course introduces concepts and applications of modelling with spatial data. It concentrates on the raster data model and investigates advanced methods of data interpolation as well as methods of combining disparate data sets. Examples are chosen from a range of application areas, and draw on current research being conducted by the course instructor. An emphasis is placed on the modelling of error in spatial data. Next availability: Commencing February 2009. Further information (pdf)

6	Spatial Visualisation Explores the technology and application of spatial visualisation. It deals with a range of types and styles of visualisation from the 2D mapping to 3D virtual environments. Available from second semester (University of Melbourne). Further information