CCE 114
Geomatics
Civil and Construction Engineering
Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering
Course Description
“Use of surveying and GPS measurements, earth observations, and online databases within geographic information system (GIS) software to organize, visualize, and analyze geospatial data used in civil, environmental, and construction engineering problems and projects.”
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
2
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2
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2
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0
Title
Software Acquisition and Installation
Learning Outcome
Understand and explain software licensing models and how to obtain and install software.
Title
File Management
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate an ability to download technical files from web-based repositories, store the files onto local and shared computing networks, and open and edit files in engineering software.
Title
Technical Documentation
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate an ability to obtain useful guidance from software documentation and online help forums, including appropriate use of generative AI.
Title
Design
Learning Outcome
Perform engineering design or analysis using software.
Title
Engineering Visualization
Learning Outcome
Produce a visualization that communicates the results of an engineering design or analysis. (CE / ABET Outcome 3)
Title
Acquiring Spatial Data
Learning Outcome
Locate, understand, and retrieve spatial data from government and other repositories using metadata.
Title
Data Models
Learning Outcome
Describe all common spatial data formats and data models and select an appropriate data model for a specific use.
Title
Projections and Coordinate Systems
Learning Outcome
Select an appropriate geographic projection for use in engineering-specific problems and describe the key characteristics of different common coordinate and geographic projection systems.
Title
Spatial Data Analysis
Learning Outcome
Use geographic information system tools for spatial analysis, understanding and design of engineering systems.
