2016 QUARTER 02

A B C D E F G H I K L M N O P R S T U V W

Identify the sequence of operations and statistical/mathematical methods (a procedure) appropriate for a particular application (e.g., multi-criteria evaluation for site suitability)
Implement a pre-defined procedure for a sample dataset
Develop a planned analytical procedure to solve a new unstructured problem (e.g., long-term business strategy)
Critique the necessity of the operations used in a pre-defined procedure for a particular application (e.g., suitability analysis)

Describe a scenario in which possible errors in a map may impact subsequent decision making, such as a land use decision based on a soils map
Evaluate the uncertainty inherent in a map
Compare the decisions made using a map with a reliability overlay from those made using a map pair separating data and reliability, both drawn from the same dataset
Critique the assumption that maps can or should be “accurate”

Compare and contrast the impacts of different conversion approaches, including the effect on spatial components
Create a flowchart showing the sequence of transformations on a data set (e.g., geometric and radiometric correction and mosaicking of remotely sensed data)
Prioritize a set of algorithms designed to perform transformations based on the need to maintain data integrity (e.g., converting a digital elevation model into a TIN)

Discuss the importance of planning for implementation as opposed to “winging it”
Discuss pros and cons of different implementation strategies (e.g., spiral development versus waterfall development) given the needs of a particular system
Create a budget for the resources needed to implement the system
Create a schedule for the implementation of a geospatial system based on a complete design

Explain the rationale for piloting and prototyping new systems
Plan a formal quality assurance procedure
Construct an effective database structure in a selected GIS or database software based on the physical model
Acquire data from primary and secondary sources
Transfer data from primary and secondary sources into the database
Create customized programs and scripts based on an application design

Describe the advantages and disadvantages to an organization in using GIS portal information from other organizations
Describe how inter-organization GIS portals may impact or influence issues related to social equity, privacy and data access
Discuss how distributed GIS&T may affect the nature of organizations and relationships among institutions
Suggest the possible societal and ethical implications of distributed GIS&T

Describe political, economic, administrative, and other social forces in agencies, organizations, and citizens that inhibit or promote sharing of geospatial and other data

Select two effective methods of overcoming resistance to change
Illustrate how methods for overcoming resistance to change can aid implementation of a GIS
Explain how resistance to change and the need to standardize operations when trying to incorporate GIS&T can promote inclusion into existing job classifications

Discuss the contributions of early attempts to integrate the concepts of space, time, and attribute in geographic information, such as Berry (1964) and Sinton (1978)
Determine whether phenomena or applications exist that are not adequately represented in an existing comprehensive model
Discuss the degree to which these models can be implemented using current technologies
Design data models for specific applications based on these comprehensive general models
Illustrate major integrated models of geographic information, such as Peuquet’s triad, Mennis’ pyramid, and Yuan’s three-domain

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