Course Title: Cartography 2

Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: Cartography 2

Credit Points: 12.00

Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

GEOM2079

City Campus

Undergraduate

145H Mathematical & Geospatial Sciences

Face-to-Face

 Sem 1 2006,
Sem 1 2008,
Sem 1 2009,
Sem 1 2010,
Sem 1 2011,
Sem 1 2012,
Sem 1 2013,
Sem 1 2014,
Sem 1 2015,
Sem 1 2016

GEOM2079

City Campus

Undergraduate

171H School of Science

Face-to-Face

 Sem 1 2017,
Sem 1 2018,
Sem 1 2019,
Sem 1 2020,
Sem 1 2021,
Sem 1 2022,
Sem 1 2023

GEOM2080

City Campus

Postgraduate

171H School of Science

Face-to-Face

 Sem 1 2017,
Sem 1 2021,
Sem 1 2022

Course Coordinator: Dr Amy Griffin

Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 2338

Course Coordinator Email: amy.griffin@rmit.edu.au

Course Coordinator Location: 012.12.017

Course Coordinator Availability: By appointment, by email


Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

None


Course Description

In this course you will learn professional mapmaking skills that will allow you to design convincing maps from a range of spatial data. The course advances your understanding of spatial data available in Victoria and issues concerning the creation and use of this data. It also advances your understanding of cartographic design principles, graphic layout and typography for maps at various scales and the selection and application of essential mapping methods..


Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

This course contributes to the development of the following Program Learning Outcomes in BH116 Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying) (Honours) and BH117 Bachelor of Science (Geospatial Science) (Honours):

1.2 Demonstrate in-depth understanding of the spatial models and mathematical methods used in contemporary practice.
1.3 Understand specialist bodies of knowledge in surveying and geospatial science.
1.5 Discern research directions and advances within the discipline.
2.3 Be proficient in the recording, storage, management and reporting of spatial information.
2.4 Use cartographic design skills for the visualisation and representation of information.
3.3 Apply critical and analytical skills in a scientific and professional manner.
4.1 Communicate effectively by means of oral, written and graphical presentations to peers and a wider audience.
5.1 Appreciate the environmental, social, legal and international aspects of actions and decisions in Surveying and the geospatial sciences.
5.3 Develop an understanding of the regulatory framework and the general professional environment graduates will encounter, including a commitment to continuing professional development and life-long learning

This course also contributes to the development of the following Program Learning Outcome in BH117 Bachelor of Science (Geospatial Science) (Honours):
1.4 Understand models of cartographic communication.


Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:  

  1. Create a range of usable map products.
  2. Apply essential thematic mapping methods.
  3. Identify and resolve issues associated with the creation and integration of geospatial data.
  4. Review and apply cartographic design principles, graphic layout and typography.


Overview of Learning Activities

The learning activities you will be involved in are: 

  • Lectorials, where syllabus material will be presented and investigated through interactive exercises
  • Industry guest speaker presentations focusing on spatial data and the products of spatial data
  • Structured practical sessions enabling you to develop competency in mapping techniques. 


Overview of Learning Resources

RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through myRMIT Studies Course.

There are services available to support your learning through the University Library. The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help as well as a range of study support services. For further information, please visit the Library page on the RMIT University website and the myRMIT student portal.

A library subject guide is available at: http://rmit.libguides.com/geospatial


Overview of Assessment

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1: Map projections assignment
Weighting 15% 
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 3 & 4    

Assessment Task 2: Mapping and design practicals portfolio  
Weighting 35%  
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2, 3 & 4    

Assessment Task 3: Map design assignment 
Weighting 40%  
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2, 3 & 4    

Assessment Task 4: Formative quizzes  
Weighting 10%  
This assessment task supports CLOs 3 & 4 

If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.