Cartography, Map Production and Geovisualization

The second module covered multiple topics that explored processes pertaining to cartography, map production and geovisualization.  The first topic explored the advantages of GIS maps over traditional maps using GIS-based visualization.  Additional topics discussed representing attributes and spatial objects, scientific visualization, and advanced methods for improving visualizations.  All of the processes in this module were incorporated to show processes that will allow for the design of more impactful and representative maps.

The two images below visually represent the ease of navigation that is allowed through GIS-based visualization when compared to traditional paper maps.

Visualizing San Diego, CA using a paper map
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Visualizing San Diego, CA using a GIS map
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Selecting railroad stops by features and attributes.  This image shows all railroad stops within 1 mile of San Diego City College.  Additional proximity searches were performed on hospitals.
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