Cartography (5 cr)

Objective

On completion of the course the student will
- understand map projections and map coordinate transformations
- know how a map is a user interface to spatial data
On completion of the course the student will be able to
- use and produce maps and map data

Content

Map coordinate systems and map projections; the theoretical basis of cartography and visual communication; spatial data modeling and its cartographic presentation; thematic mapping; planning a map user interface; internet and WEB requirements for map production

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Student is able to read map. Student has basic knowledge of cartographic generalization and knows the principles of cartographic projections and koordinate systems

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Student knows the koordinate systems and realisations used in Finland, Finnish map sheet system and understands the principles of creating different kind of maps (printing, web and mobile)

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Student has good knowledge of projections and coordinate systems, the technique of generalisation and description technique of maps. Student can use this knowledge to create a new map on different platforms.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Student is able to read map. Student has basic knowledge of cartographic generalization and knows the principles of cartographic projections and koordinate systems

Objective

On completion of the course the student will
- understand map projections and map coordinate transformations
- know how a map is a user interface to spatial data
On completion of the course the student will be able to
- use and produce maps and map data

Content

Map coordinate systems and map projections; the theoretical basis of cartography and visual communication; spatial data modeling and its cartographic presentation; thematic mapping; planning a map user interface; internet and WEB requirements for map production