GEOM 5970 Geomatics Project Management

Year
Year 5
Semester
First Semester
Credit
3
Program Description

Planning, execution, and evaluation of professional geomatics projects.

About this course

This course covers the planning, execution, and evaluation of professional geomatics projects. You will learn how to structure a project from initial concept to final delivery, focusing on the specific challenges of geospatial data and field operations.

Topics include project charter development, risk management, cost estimation, and quality assurance. You will work on a simulated professional engagement to apply these concepts.

Who takes this course

Credits: 3 · Hours: 45

Prerequisites

Learning outcomes

  • Develop a comprehensive project charter for a geomatics engagement.
  • Apply risk management frameworks to geospatial data and field operations.
  • Prepare cost estimates and resource allocation plans.
  • Evaluate project outcomes against quality assurance standards.

Evaluation

Component Weight (%)
Project plan and budget 30
Risk assessment report 20
Mid-term review presentation 20
Final project report and evaluation 30