GEOG631 | ADVANCED CARTOGRAPHY

The study of the theoretical principles of surveying, mainly Geodesy, map surveying relation, geodetic systems & types of projection, applications using Global Position System GPS and relations to integrate principles of surveying, maps and cartography. This course will train students to use the programs and modern techniques & tools to enable them to integrate surveying and cartographic production. Geo-referencing of maps and aerial photos, data extraction and compilation, review of cartographic generalization, principles of cartographic design, Planning map content, map design, Typography writing on maps.  Automated cartography, Geo-visualization, Web cartography, electronic atlas. advanced mapping project.