OCN NI
Level 3
QN: 601/6606/X
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OCN NI Level 3 Award in Geographical Information Systems
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by OCN NI. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 141 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
OCN NI
Syllabus Units
5 Units
Guided Hours
141 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Economics, Location and Geographical Information Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of location.
- Know how GIS relates to basic economics.
- Know which skills and methods are used to analyse relationships of economics and location.
2
Geographical Information Systems Analysis to Inform Planning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how GIS may be used to inform planning.
- Understand various datasets that may be used in planning.
- Know how to create data to be used in the planning process.
3
Geographical Information Systems Data Manipulation and Presentation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the structure of databases.
- Know how to connect to other available database sources.
- Know how to present the outcome of queries online.
4
Introduction to Geographical Information Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the concept of GIS.
- Understand ways in which geographical data may be represented and presented.
- Understand the basic principles of projections and coordinates.
5
Using Geographical Information Systems to Inform the Decision Making Process
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to use GIS to assist with the development of marketing strategies.
- Understand how GIS can assist decision making in business.
- Understand market modelling.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/6606/X
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- OCN NI
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2015
- Operational End
- Jul 2030