Course Title: PhD Thesis A

Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: PhD Thesis A

Credit Points: 24.00


Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

GEOM1197A

City Campus

Research

145H Mathematical & Geospatial Sciences

Face-to-Face

Sem 1 2009

Course Coordinator: David Fraser

Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 3265

Course Coordinator Email: david.fraser@rmit.edu.au


Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

You will be required to have a first degree, with a credit average, in an appropriate discipline.

See "Policy and Procedures for Higher Degrees by Research", located at:

http://www.rmit.edu.au/research/hdr/policy


Course Description

This course is designed to enhance your capabilities to perform quality research activities in the specific area of geospatial science. The course requires you to carry out original research work and completion of a thesis.


Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

After completing this course the successful candidate will have:

1. Knowledge and understanding of evidence-based geospatial science practice and research;
2. Knowledge and skills in specific research areas, such as GIS, remote sensing or satellite positioning;
3. Knowledge and understanding of critical literature reviewing, scientific ethics, scientific analysis and scientific writing;
4. Abilities to apply their knowledge and skills to design and conduct specific research projects;
5. Presentation skills for scientific journals, research conference/seminars/workshops;
6. An understanding of related research applications in geospatial science.



Overview of Learning Activities

See "Policy and Procedures for Higher Degrees by Research", located at:

http://www.rmit.edu.au/research/hdr/policy


Overview of Learning Resources

See "Policy and Procedures for Higher Degrees by Research", located at:

http://www.rmit.edu.au/research/hdr/policy


Overview of Assessment

Your assessment will be based on the presentation of a thesis.

See "Policy and Procedures for Higher Degrees by Research", located at:

http://www.rmit.edu.au/research/hdr/policy