Module Catalogue 2013/14

CEG8513 : Hydroinformatic Systems Development

  • Offered for Year: 2013/14
  • Module Leader(s): Dr Paul Quinn
  • Owning School: Civil Engineering & Geosciences
Semesters
Semester 2 Credit Value: 10
ECTS Credits: 5.0
Pre Requisites
Pre Requisite Comment

N/A

Co Requisites
Co Requisite Comment

-

Aims

The aim of this module is to provide the skills and technology that underlie the construction of hydroinformatic systems. The module will utilise a range of software tools that will allow participants to design and construct hydroinformatic tools to support state-of-the-art hydrological and hydraulic concepts.

Summary of the module:-

Introduction to HSD;
Hydroinformatic Tools;
Excel as a GIS, Database, Modelling and Visualisation Toolkit;
Catchment Information Systems –The CHASM project and the EDEN DTC Programme;
Excel as a GIS, Database, Modelling and Visualisation Toolkit;
Lecture on Spatial and Temporal Data AnalysisGPS Mapping and data integration;
GIS part 1- introduction to ArcGIS;
GIS part 2 Advanced ArcGIS;
Advanced Spatial and Temporal Mapping Systems;
Creating a Catchment Information System;
Lecture on Visualisation;
The internet and creating web pages;
Access databaseand integration with GIS;
GIS on the web;
Web tools and cloud computing;
Cirtual observatory;
Advanced Hydroinformatic Systems;
Coursework assignments.

Outline Of Syllabus

Lectures:-

Introduction to Hydroinformatic Systems development: the course philosophy
Review of modelling in excel and using Visual basic for Application
Object oriented design
Shetran tools
Designing an open modelling system for land use, climate change and outline of coursework
Roundup and feedback

Practicals:-

Practical Advanced Excel
Advanced GUI building and VBA forms
Shetran modelling and GIS
Introduction to GIS
Introduction to ArcGIS and catchment databases
Advanced ArcGIG, Spatial Analysis, 3D Analysis
Advanced ArcGIS, adding customised tools and Visual Basic programmes
Databases and Access
Internet + maps
Google Earth and HIS integrations
Modelling tools on the web
Coursework session, organising software

Learning Outcomes

Intended Knowledge Outcomes

At the end of this module, students should have an understanding of:-

To be able to appreciate basic software design concepts, including Object Orientated design
To understand model construction software tools (Excel and V Basic)
To utilise spatial analysis tools (GIS)
To utilise time series analysis tools and databases
To build graphical user interfaces
To integrate the above tools to build complete hydroinformatic systems

Intended Skill Outcomes

At the end of this module, students should have achieved the following skills:-

Programming
GIS
GUI building
Informatic based problem solving

Graduate Skills Framework

Graduate Skills Framework Applicable: Yes
  • Cognitive/Intellectual Skills
    • Critical Thinking : Assessed
    • Data Synthesis : Assessed
    • Active Learning : Assessed
    • Numeracy : Present
    • Literacy : Present
    • Information Literacy
      • Source Materials : Assessed
      • Synthesise And Present Materials : Assessed
      • Use Of Computer Applications : Assessed
  • Self Management
    • Planning and Organisation
      • Goal Setting And Action Planning : Assessed
      • Decision Making : Assessed
    • Personal Enterprise
      • Innovation And Creativity : Assessed
      • Initiative : Assessed
      • Independence : Assessed
      • Problem Solving : Assessed
      • Adaptability : Assessed
  • Interaction
    • Communication
      • Interpersonal : Present
      • Written Other : Assessed
    • Team Working
      • Collaboration : Assessed
      • Relationship Building : Assessed
  • Application
    • Commercial Acumen
      • Market Awareness : Present
      • Governance Awareness : Present
    • Social Cultural Global Awareness : Present

Teaching Methods

Teaching Activities
Category Activity Number Length Student Hours Comment
Guided Independent StudyAssessment preparation and completion130:0030:00Coursework - Software Development Exercise (Part 1 VBA - individual, Part 2 Web + GIS - group)
Scheduled Learning And Teaching ActivitiesLecture53:0015:00Standard lecture formats
Scheduled Learning And Teaching ActivitiesPractical53:0015:00Hands on computing sessions everyday.
Guided Independent StudyIndependent study140:0040:00Includes background reading, reading lecture notes and studying I2I Flexible Learning package.
Total100:00
Teaching Rationale And Relationship

The lectures underpin the computer practicals. This is a “hands on” course allowing students to build concrete skills. The 100% coursework exercise is built up across the week. A separate flexible learning package is given out before the module commences.

Reading Lists

Assessment Methods

The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners

Other Assessment
Description Semester When Set Percentage Comment
Prob solv exercises2M100Software development exercise
Assessment Rationale And Relationship

This course does not suit a paper exam. The 100% coursework exercise is a substantial software development exercise, calling upon all the skills learned on the course. Part 1 is VBA Programming and Part 2 is Web + GIS Tools.

Timetable

Past Exam Papers

General Notes

N/A

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