Geomatics Engineering
About our programme
The Diploma in Geomatics Engineering is a two-year academic program designed to suit the geospatial job market. This program aims to develop theoretical concepts and professional skills in surveying, cartography, remote sensing, photogrammetry, and geographic information systems. The programme focuses on understanding the theory and practice of geospatial data collection and management. Considerable emphasis is placed on practical tasks to provide students with the necessary skills to prepare them professionally. In addition, the program aims to promote important generic skills in thinking, problem-solving, communication and self-development.
Programme Aims
- Develop a range of key skills through opportunities provided in the modules, including critical, analytical, practical, professional, and communication skills, to prepare students for further study and/or employment.
- Provide a broad-ranging and stimulating study environment with clear relevance to the practical skills and expertise sought by the employer.
- Train students to use state-of-the-art techniques, skills, and modern scientific technical tools necessary for professional practice.
- Effectively and efficiently carry out primary map and geo-information production tasks using modern scientific and technical tools for professional practice.
- Collaborate and interact effectively with fellow professionals from associated production disciplines, both in supervising specific tasks and coordinating overall production.
AWARD
Students are awarded a Diploma on successful completion of Level 6 of the Oman Qualifications Framework (OQF).
Students are also awarded a Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE) from the University of Portsmouth on completion of the equivalent Levels 3 & 4 of the UK Framework of Higher Education Qualifications (UK FHEQ).
Delivery
Module Coordinators (MCs) are responsible for the delivery and administration of individual modules. They lead the teaching, track student progress and provide support on the module. They ensure that the module is delivered according to the syllabus and that assessments are conducted as described in the Module Descriptor. If you have questions about the content and assessment of your module, the Module Coordinator will be able to answer them.
The modules will be delivered through lectures and supported by Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), which will have module information, lecture notes, resources, e-learning activities, such as, formative quizzes, media clips etc. to enhance the students learning experience. Students will undertake guided self-study.
Practical–based learning forms an integral part of the programme because it is seen as key to enhancing employment prospects. Students will have opportunities to build on what they have learned in related disciplines, synthesise learning, and put this knowledge into practice by engaging in fieldwork and generating maps.
Assessment
An essential part of learning process is assessment. During this program, students will be assessed and evaluated on their skills, knowledge and understanding. MCs will advise students on the methods of assessment and marking guidelines they will use.
Some assessments are formative, and do not count toward student grades or overall course. Such assessments are designed to give students practice and feedback from MCs before students undertake a marked assessment that does count towards their grade or course. Students will receive feedback from MCs about how they achieved the mark, what was achieved well and what could be improved.
Intellectual integrity is important. When students submit work for assessment, they must be honest about which elements have been influenced by the work of others. Not acknowledging the work of others is considered Plagiarism. In the case of student individual assessments, it is about respecting the priority of others who have publicly shared their ideas, usually through publication. MCs and lecturers will work with students to explain their expectations and to help them understand how to reference their work in order to properly acknowledge the work of others, and not passing itoff as theirs.
Graduate Destinations
The programme seeks to serve the interests of those students who wish to find employment and work professionally in one of the fields of Geomatics following graduation as well as those who intend to use it as a step towards further studies.
MTC, in coordination with the beneficiaries, ensures that some of its graduates have career opportunities after graduation in accordance with the accepted programme and the regulations.
Remaining graduates can join industries such as Military units, Civil and Defence Authorities, Public Authorities, Public & Private Organizations and other Education/Training institutes.
Geomatics Engineering
Geomatics Engineering is a rapidly expanding domain in the increasingly interconnected world. The Department of Geomatics Engineering at MTC is an eminent, well-equipped, and specialised department that teaches geospatial sciences. It provides the necessary training programs to develop student’s technical abilities through advanced surveying & mapping techniques and this course offers a platform for students to acquire knowledge and skills so that they can contribute to Sultanate’s development.
On the Diploma in Geomatics Engineering programme, you will:
- Possession of a sound theoretical knowledge of the scope and field of study.
- Ability to apply knowledge in Mathematics and Geo-spatial sciences.
- Provide a framework allowing students to follow a flexible, coherent program of study.
- Ability to communicate effectively and function on multi-disciplinary teams.
- Benefit from the latest technology and state-of-the-art geospatial infrastructure such as localised horizontal and vertical datum, Continuously Operating Reference Stations (CORS) network, geospatial manual, map products, elevation products, image products along with the necessary hands-on skills in hardware and software.
- Ability to analyse and interpret data and employ problem-solving skills including the application of logical/critical and creative thinking to identify and solve applied Geomatics problems in new contexts.
- Find career opportunities in Geomatics, which is widely applied in oil, gas, power, telecom, water, wastewater management, and Government organizations in Oman.