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This subject provides basic training in: 
 
•  Map reading map making 
•  Coordinate and projection systems 
•  Map symbolization and generalization 
• Map 
production 

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HEC — RS&GIS Curricula 2005
 
 
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Theory Weeks Practical 
Introduction to Cartography  
Nature of Cartography, Map Types  
A Short History of Cartography 
1 Map 
reading 
Assignment on Types of 
Maps 
Map Symbols, Lettering, Scale and 
direction 
1 Understanding 
of 
SOP 
symbology and 
Development of Symbol 
Charts 
Coordinate Systems 
1 
Assignment  
Map Projections Graphical and datum 
1 
Development of Graphical 
Map Projections  
Map Projections Mathematical  
Perspective, non-perspective, 
conventional 
4 
Development of at least 
two map projections each 
from conical, cylindrical, 
and plane projection  
Generalization  
1 
Large to small scale map 
conversion 
Thematic Maps 
Descriptive Statistics, Class Intervals, 
Choropleth Maps, Proportional 
Symbol Maps 
Dot Maps, Isarithmic Maps, 
Cartograms 
Flow Maps, Graduate Colour Maps 
2 
Data classification and 
Thematic Mapping 
Map Compilation, Map Design  
1 
Map composite 
development 
Cartography and Ethics  
1 
Assignment on misleading 
cartography 
Map Production  
1 
Visit to SOP 
Project 2 
Seminar 
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