RICHMOND HILL, Ontario,
Canada—November 21, 2013: PCI Geomatics, a
world-leading developer of geoimaging software and systems, announced today
that it presented an award to Carleton University student Rachel Plewes in
recognition of her academic achievements.
The award was presented at a GIS Day event
held at Carleton University at the newly unveiled Discovery Centre, atop the MacOdrum
Library (fourth floor). The Discovery Centre is an interactive learning space
equipped with state-of-the-art technology and ergonomic seating. GIS Day was
the first event held in the new centre, and featured the participation of
academia, industry, government and Carleton University students.
PCI Geomatics Director of Marketing, Kevin
Jones, presented a lightning talk entitled Enabling
Customer Success Through Geospatial Software Innovation, and awarded Rachel
Plewes the PCI Geomatics Award for top student at Carleton University in the field of
Geomatics for 2012-2013. Also on hand to present the award was Adjunct Professor Dr.
Andrew Davidson, who teaches Remote Sensing at the University.
“Rachel is industrious, works independently,
and has demonstrated excellent command of the course material – attaining an A+
grade in my course”, said Dr. Davidson. “Rachel is currently completing her MSc
research thesis, and has used Geomatica extensively throughout the course and
in the lab exercises.”
PCI Geomatics is a longtime supporter of the
academic sector, providing software and assistance to Universities around the
world, helping students to learn the fundamentals of Remote Sensing and
Photogrammetry. PCI recognizes the importance of supporting students who are
learning and conducting important research in the field of Geomatics, and has
presented other similar student achievement awards in the past.
To view pictures from the GIS Day Event /award, please click on
this link:
About
PCI Geomatics
PCI
Geomatics is a world-leading developer of software and systems for remote
sensing, imagery processing, and photogrammetry. With more than 30 years of experience in the
geospatial industry, PCI is recognized globally for its excellence in providing
software for accurately and rapidly processing satellite and aerial
imagery. There are more than 30,000 PCI licenses,
in over 150 countries worldwide. Find out more about PCI Geomatics at www.pcigeomatics.com.
Press Contact
Kevin R. Jones
Director, Marketing and Communications
T: 819-770-0022 x 214
E: jones@pcigeomatics.com
Web: www.pcigeomatics.com
Director, Marketing and Communications
T: 819-770-0022 x 214
E: jones@pcigeomatics.com
Web: www.pcigeomatics.com
Twitter: @pcigeomatics
