SUBJECT
Introduction to Cartography
lecture
master
3
Semester 1
Autumn semester
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Introduction: maps and cartography.
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Spatial orientation and cognitive maps.
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The cultural history of maps as visualization interfaces.
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Cartographic data and information: geodesy, remote sensing, GPS, data bases.
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Spatial reference systems: geographic coordinates and geodetic datum.
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Cartographic projections. Scale, coverage and format.
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Generalization as graphic interpretation of information.
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Cartographic communication: symbols and typography.
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Relief representation methods.
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Topographic and reference maps.
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Thematic maps: representation of geospatial data.
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Principles of designing maps: layout and visual hierarchy
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Orientation, wayfinding and navigation with maps.
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Digital cartography and GIS. Webcartography and geocommunication
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Kraak, M. J. and F. J. Ormeling: Cartography: visualization of spatial data. New York, Guildford Press. 2011, (2013)
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Mark Monmonier: How to lie with maps. Univ. of Chicago Press, 2005.
Suggested literature:
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John Kryger – Denis Wood: Making maps. A visual guide to map design for GIS. 2011.
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Alan McEachren: How maps work. Representation, Visualization, and Design. 2004.
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Judith Tyner: Principles of Map Design. The Guilford Press. 2002
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Borden Dent: Thematic Map Design. 1993.
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Norman J. Thrower, Maps and Civilization: Cartography in Culture and Society, 2008 International Cartographic association: The World of Maps. 2014. http://mapyear.org/files/wom/IMY_WoM_en.pdf