Course Overview
This course examines the fundamentals of geospatial systems management. Topics include hardware, software, networking, web configurations, security, enterprise systems, systems development and maintenance.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in GIST 7130
- Course registration is restricted to current students registered in a BCIT GIS program.
Credits
2.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Identify critical hardware components in a computer system.
- Report on operating system capacities and performance.
- Recommend network technology based on given criteria.
- Differentiate between the Internet and Intranets and Extranets.
- Identify IT security risks.
- Understand the role of GIS in enterprise systems.
- Define steps in the systems development life cycle.
- Participate in collaborative project work implementing enterprise-grade GIS infrastructure.
Effective as of Winter 2019
Related Programs
Geospatial Systems Management (GIST 8109) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Construction and the Environment
- Geographic Information Systems
Advanced Diploma Full-time
- Geographic Information Systems
Advanced Diploma Part-time
- Geographic Information Systems
Bachelor of Technology Full-time/Part-time
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