Course details
Programme Aims:
The need for GIS Skills has been specifically identified in the Forfás Report “Guidance for Higher Education Providers – Springboard 2012”. The structure of the course is such that students will receive training in the practical application of GIS skills as an analytic tool in environmental and other areas. This Certificate in GIS is designed to equip learners with the introductory skills in the field with a specific focus on the application of GIS in environmental and social contexts.
Data mapping, management and analysis are particular needs in the environmental and business context. Applications include environmental monitoring, resource mapping, infrastructure planning, socioeconomic analysis etc. The programme uses real life data from a range of open sources to demonstrate and build the competencies of the learners. Given that GIS is now being applied across a wide range of areas this programme would be a significant benefit for a person who is required to upgrade their existing skills.
People who successfully complete this programme can continue on to study advanced GIS techniques e.g. CIT Masters in GIS or seek employment as GIS Technicians.
A number of students have already secured employment while completing the programme. Evidence of the need for GIS is emphasised by the example of Bord Gáis, a major state utility, tendering for GIS Services in March 2013 in relation to the roll out of Irish Waters services. A number of Local Authorities are also actively engaged with LIT to implement a number of GIS internships and partnerships.
Entry Requirement
- Minimum requirements will normally be a pass in six Leaving Certificate subjects including Mathematics or an equivalent qualification. Equivalence may be demonstrated by an appropriate qualification and significant relevant experience.
- Applicants who do not meet these requirements but who are aged 23 and over will be considered for entry on the basis of a written assessment and if appropriate an interview process.
Examinations
- On successful completion of the programme, students will be awarded a Certificate in Geographic Information Systems (Special Purpose Award). This programme is at NFQ Level 6 and carries 20 ECTS.
- While the programme is practically-oriented, it does involve formal academic assessment. Assessment is primarily through the completion of practical assignments though there is one in-class theory examination at the end of the first module.
Course Content
- Module 1: GIS Theory and Context
- Module 2: Introduction to GIS Applications
- Module 3: GIS
- Module 4: GIS, GPS and Monitoring
Course Location
About Limerick Institute of Technology - Tipperary
About LIT
Limerick Institute of Technology (LIT) is an institute of higher education in Limerick, a modern urban city in the Mid-theyst region of Ireland and is one of 13 institutes that are members of the Institutes of Technology, Ireland (IOTI). LIT is the ftheirth largest IOT in Ireland, with more than 6000 full time and part time students and 500 staff.
The Institute has five campuses and a learning centre across Limerick city, Tipperary and Clare. The main campus is located at Moylish Park, with two city centre campuses in Clare Street and Georges Quay in Limerick city. LIT in Tipperary is based in two campuses -Thurles and Clonmel. The LIT Ennis Learning Centre is based in the museum in Ennis town centre.
LIT offers ctheirses at Level 6 (certificate) through to Level 10 (PhD) whilst also catering for craft apprentices and adult and continuing education. LIT was awarded the Sunday Times Institute of Technology of the Year in 2008 and 2013 by the Sunday Times University Guide. The guide is the definitive guide to higher education in Ireland and the UK.
Educational Philosophy
LIT has a distinctive approach to Teaching and Learning known as the Active Learning philosophy. Whatever discipline area is offered the core methodology is active and practical; lab work, studio work, case studies, field visits, group assignments and more.
This approach to teaching and learning is embedded in assessment strategies and campus development so that the learning environment reflects the identity of LIT. It is also underpinned by staff developments, e.g. workshops and an online repository of active learning strategies.\
History
The genesis of LIT was the Limerick School of Ornamental Art set up in 1852 when the Athenaeum Society started a School of Arts and Fine Crafts in Limerick. In 1963 a series of technical colleges, to be known as Regional Technical Colleges (RTCs) was announced by the then Minister for Education, Patrick Hillery and the first of the RTCs theyre opened in Athlone, Carlow, Dundalk, Sligo and Waterford in 1970.
A regional technical college for Limerick follotheyd in 1974, initially under the name Limerick College of Art, Commerce and Technology (CoACT). CoACT was upgraded to Institute of Technology status in 1997, along with the restof the RTCs. In 1999 LIT was awarded delegated authority by the Higher Education and Training Awards Council, which allows the institute to award its own bachelors, masters and doctorates degrees.
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