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This document outlines important dates and assignments related to our Geography Mapping Skills curriculum, including a return test on October 19th and a Mapping Skills Test scheduled for October 26th. Students will explore Canada's time zones, latitude and longitude homework assignments, and the use of GIS and remote sensing technologies in mapping. Key topics also include map symbols, scale worksheets, and how to create maps with symbols. Be prepared to discuss what was learned in the last class and complete your assignments by the due date.
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Geography 12: Mapping Skills October 19th, 2011
Return Test on Monday • Forks, Washington • Mapping Skills Test October 26th, 2011 • Latitude and Longitude HW (16-19) • Canada’s Time Zones • Map Symbols • GIS/Remote Sensing • Scale Work Sheet Todays Class Notes
Video What did we learn last class??
Homework • Page 16-19 Longitude and Latitude
A computer based data processing tool or methodology used for gathering, manipulating and analyzing geographic information to produce a holistic, interactive analysis. Geographic Information system
Information acquired from a distance, without physical contact with the subject, for example photography or radar. • Page 31 text book Remote Sensing
Obtaining accurate measurements from aerial photos and remote sensing • Used to create and improve surface maps Photogrammetry
Mapping Symbols- Create A Map using symbols • Scale Work Sheet • Mapping Skills Assignment-Due on Monday Work Sheets