Program Overview

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Earth and Space Science and Engineering

The Earth and Space Science and Engineering program at York University offers a comprehensive education in the fields of earth and atmospheric science, geomatics science, and space science and engineering.

Program Overview

The program provides students with a strong foundation in the principles of earth and space science, as well as the skills and knowledge required to succeed in a variety of careers in these fields.

Specialized Honours Geomatics Science Program

The Specialized Honours Geomatics Science program is a four-year program that provides students with a comprehensive education in geomatics science, including courses in geodesy, surveying, remote sensing, and geographic information systems (GIS).

Courses

Some of the courses offered in the Specialized Honours Geomatics Science program include:

• Applied Calculus 1
• Applied Linear Algebra
• Engineering Mechanics
• Renaissance Engineer 1: Ethics, Communication and Problem Solving
• Computational Thinking Through Mechatronics

First Year

In the first year of the program, students take a variety of courses that provide a foundation in mathematics, physics, and engineering.

Fall

Some of the courses offered in the fall term of the first year include:

• Applied Calculus 1
• Applied Linear Algebra
• Engineering Mechanics
• Renaissance Engineer 1: Ethics, Communication and Problem Solving
• Computational Thinking Through Mechatronics

Winter

Some of the courses offered in the winter term of the first year include:

• Applied Calculus II
• Chemistry and Materials Science for Engineers
• Electricity, Magnetism and Optics for Engineers
• Renaissance Engineer 2: Engineering Design Principles
• Object Oriented Programming from Sensors to Actuators

Second Year

In the second year of the program, students take a variety of courses that build on the foundation established in the first year.

Fall

Some of the courses offered in the fall term of the second year include:

• Civil Engineering Graphics
• Engineering Projects: Management, Economics and Safety
• Applied Multivariate and Vector Calculus
• Introduction to Probability and Statistics
• Differential Equations for Scientists and Engineers

Winter

Some of the courses offered in the winter term of the second year include:

• Algorithmic and Computational methods for Geomatics and Space Engineering
• Effective Engineering Communication
• Fundamentals of Geomatics Engineering
• Fundamentals of Surveying
• Field Surveys

Third Year

In the third year of the program, students take a variety of courses that provide a more advanced education in geomatics science and engineering.

Fall

Some of the courses offered in the fall term of the third year include:

• Professional Engineering Practice
• Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Spatial Analysis
• Geodetic Concepts
• Time Series and Spectral Analysis
• Remote Sensing of the Earth's Surface

Winter

Some of the courses offered in the winter term of the third year include:

• Global Geophysics and Geodesy
• Analysis of Overdetermined Systems
• Geodetic Surveys
• Photogrammetry
• Advanced Field Surveys

Fourth Year

In the fourth year of the program, students take a variety of courses that provide a comprehensive education in geomatics science and engineering.

Fall

Some of the courses offered in the fall term of the fourth year include:

• Professional Engineering Practice
• Image Processing for Remote Sensing and Photogrammetry
• Digital Terrain Modelling

Winter

Some of the courses offered in the winter term of the fourth year include:

• Professional Engineering Practice
• Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Data Integration
• Physical and Space Geodesy

Complimentary Studies

Students in the Earth and Space Science and Engineering program are required to take a variety of complimentary studies courses, including courses in humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.

Research Areas

The Earth and Space Science and Engineering program at York University has a strong research focus, with faculty members working in a variety of areas, including:

• Geomatics science and engineering
• Space science and engineering
• Earth and atmospheric science
• Remote sensing and photogrammetry
• Geographic information systems (GIS) and spatial analysis

Facilities

The Earth and Space Science and Engineering program at York University has a variety of facilities, including:

• The Centre for Research in Earth and Space Science
• The Lab Directory
• The Geomatics Engineering Laboratory
• The Remote Sensing and Photogrammetry Laboratory
• The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Laboratory

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Earth and Space Science and Engineering program at York University have a variety of career opportunities, including:

• Geomatics engineer
• Space engineer
• Remote sensing specialist
• Photogrammetrist
• Geographic information systems (GIS) specialist
• Earth and atmospheric scientist

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the Earth and Space Science and Engineering program at York University, students must meet the following requirements:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent
• Six 4U or 4M courses, including:
  • English (ENG4U)
  • Advanced Functions (MHF4U)
  • Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U)
  • Physics (SPH4U)
  • Chemistry (SCH4U)
  • One additional 4U or 4M course

Degree Requirements

To graduate from the Earth and Space Science and Engineering program at York University, students must complete a minimum of 120 credits, including:

• 60 credits in the first two years, including:
  • 24 credits in mathematics and physics
  • 12 credits in engineering
  • 12 credits in geomatics science
  • 12 credits in complimentary studies
• 60 credits in the last two years, including:
  • 24 credits in geomatics science and engineering
  • 12 credits in space science and engineering
  • 12 credits in earth and atmospheric science
  • 12 credits in complimentary studies