Maps and Data Analysis. Exam #1 Review
computer assisted cartography
Geographic Information System (GIS)
prime meridian
sphere, ellipsoid, geoid
Eratosthenes
Chronometer
cartogram
Analemma
international date line
horizontal datum (NAD27, NAD83)
trilateration/triangulation networks
vertical datum: mean datum
transverse projections
secant projections
standard line/parallel
Mercator projection
Miller cylindrical projection
sinusoidal projection
Robinson projection
great circle
interpolation
cadastral surveys
metes and bounds survey system
French Long-lot survey system
bearing
large vs. small scale maps
map measurer (opsiometer)
polar planimeter
1. What are the five vital elements of a map? Explain each.
2. What are the three types of scale? Know how to use RF.
3. Describe the geographic grid system or graticule (latitude and longitude). What are the characteristics of meridians and parallels? Know how to locate specific places using this system (down to degrees/minutes/seconds).
4. What is the difference between cartographic and virtual maps? Provide examples of each.
5. Related to #4 list the different types of cartographic (or real) maps.
6. What are the three (categories) physical projection surfaces commonly used for map construction?
7. What are the four (major and minor) properties of map projections (p.41-42)?
8. What are some important considerations in the selection of a map projection?
9. What is the Universal Transverse Mercator System (UTM-civilian)? Know how to specifically locate places using this system.
10. What is the State Plane Coordinate System(s) (SPC)?
11. What is the United States Public Land Survey System (USPLSS) (also called township and range)? Know how to specifically locate and describe parcels of land using this system (down to a 10 acre parcel of land).
12. How do land survey systems affect/create the cultural landscape?
13. What are the three means of generalization used in making maps?
14. What are the 3 factors that influence the accuracy of horizontal distance measurements (error sources)? Discuss each.
15. Briefly describe the methods used to determine area on a map?
16. Briefly describe the methods used to determine distance on a map?
17. Be familiar with lab material.