CV-07 - Visual Hierarchy, Layout, and Map Elements
- List the major factors that should be considered in preparing a map
- Discuss how to create an intellectual and visual hierarchy on maps
- Discuss the differences between maps that use the same data but are for different purposes and intended audiences
- Discuss Tufte’s influence (or lack thereof) on cartographic design
- Critique the graphic design of several maps in terms of balance, legibility, clarity, visual contrast, figure-ground organization, and hierarchal organization
- Critique the layout of several maps, taking into account the map audience and purpose and the graphic design (visual balance, hierarchy, figure-ground), as well as the map components (north arrow, scale bar, and legend)
- Design maps that are appropriate for users with vision limitations
- Apply one or more Gestalt principles to achieve appropriate figure-ground for map elements
- Prepare different map layouts using the same map components (main map area, inset maps, titles, legends, scale bars, north arrows, grids, and graticule) to produce maps with very distinctive purposes
- Prepare different maps using the same data for different purposes and intended audiences (e.g., expert and novice hikers)
- Describe differences in design needed for a map that is to be viewed on the Internet versus as a 5-by 7-foot poster, including a discussion of the effect of viewing distance, lighting, and media type
- Describe the design needs of special purpose maps, such as subdivision plans, cadastral mapping, drainage plans, nautical charts, aeronautical charts, geological maps, military maps, wiremesh volume maps, and 3-D plans of urban change
CV-16 - Virtual and immersive environments