2017 QUARTER 01

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

Describe how to generate a unique TIN solution using Delaunay triangulation
Describe the architecture of the TIN model
Construct a TIN manually from a set of spot elevations
Delineate a set of break lines that improve the accuracy of a TIN
Describe the conditions under which a TIN might be more practical than GRID
Demonstrate the use of the TIN model for different statistical surfaces (e.g., terrain elevation, population density, disease incidence) in a GIS software application

Explain the distinction between thematic accuracy, geometric accuracy, and topological fidelity
Outline the SDTS and ISO TC211 standards for thematic accuracy
Discuss how measures of spatial autocorrelation may be used to evaluate thematic accuracy
Describe the component measures and the utility of a misclassification matrix
Describe the different measurement levels on which thematic accuracy is based

Differentiate between mathematical and phenomenological theories of the nature of time
Recognize the role that time plays in “static” GISystems
Compare and contrast models of a given spatial process using continuous and discrete perspectives of time
Select the temporal elements of geographic phenomena that need to be represented in particular GIS applications
Exemplify different temporal frames of reference: linear and cyclical, absolute and relative

Define various terms used to describe topological relationships, such as disjoint, overlap, within, and intersect
List the possible topological relationships between entities in space (e.g., 9-intersection) and time
Use methods that analyze topological relationships
Recognize the contributions of topology (the branch of mathematics) to the study of geographic relationships
Describe geographic phenomena in terms of their topological relationships in space and time to other phenomena

Name the authorities used to confirm the spelling of geographic names for a specific mapping project
Compare and contrast the strengths and limitations of methods for automatic label placement
Compare and contrast the relative merits of having map labels placed dynamically versus having them saved as annotation data
Explain how text properties can be used as visual variables to graphically represent the type and attributes of geographic features
Explain how to label features having indeterminate boundaries (e.g., canyons, oceans)
Position labels on a map to name point, line, and area features
Apply the appropriate technology to place name labels on a map using a geographic names database
Set type font, size, style, and color for labels on a map by applying basic typography design principles
Create a set of mapping problems that can be used to illustrate point, line, and area label conventions for placing text on maps
Solve a labeling problem for a dense collection of features on a map using minimal leader lines
Describe the role of labels in assisting readers in understanding feature locations (e.g., label to the right of point, label follows line indicating its position, area label assists understanding extent of feature and feature type)

Compare and contrast the typical spatial arrangements of land parcels characteristic of early English, Spanish, and French settlements in the U.S.
State a metes and bounds land description of a property parcel delineated in a land survey drawing
Discuss advantages and disadvantages of unsystematic land partitioning methods in the context of GIS

Develop a plan to provide user support to aid in the implementation process
Illustrate how the failure of successfully engaging user support can affect the outcome of a GIS implementation project

Describe the baseline expectations that a particular map makes of its audience
Compare and contrast the interpretive dangers (e.g., ecological fallacy, Modifiable Areal Unit Problem) that are inherent to different types of maps or visualizations and their underlying geographic data
Identify several uses for which a particular map is or is not effective
Identify the particular design choices that make a map more or less effective
Evaluate the effectiveness of a map for its audience and purpose
Design a testing protocol to evaluate the usability of a simple graphical user interface
Perform a rigorous sampled field check of the accuracy of a map
Discuss the use limitations of the USGS map accuracy standards for a range of projects demanding different levels of precision (e.g., driving directions vs. excavation planning)

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