Login Create Account

Back to Course Catalog

TPM105Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Introduction To Practical Geography

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of practical geography, focusing on spatial data acquisition, presentation, and interpretation. It covers elementary map reading and making, including topographical, geological, and thematic maps. Students will learn about aerial photography, surveying, remote sensing, GIS, and graphical representation of geographical data. The course aims to equip students with skills to evaluate physical environmental features for informed decision-making at various levels.

Generate AI Study Notes

Transform this course into personalized study materials with AI

120h

Study Time

13

Weeks

9h

Per Week

basic

Math Level

Course Keywords

Practical GeographyMap ReadingSpatial DataRemote SensingCartography

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

➕

Math Level

Basic Math

🔬

Learning Type

Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Map Reading

2

Map Making

3

Land Surveying

4

Aerial Photography

5

Remote Sensing

6

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

7

Cartography

8

Spatial Data Analysis

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Surveyor

Apply your skills in this growing field

GIS Analyst

Apply your skills in this growing field

Remote Sensing Specialist

Apply your skills in this growing field

Urban Planner

Apply your skills in this growing field

Environmental Consultant

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Urban PlanningEnvironmental ManagementResource ManagementDisaster ManagementTransportationAgriculture

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Overview of geographic land forms and features

2h

Unit 1: Latitudes and Longitudes and Tropics

2 study hours

•Define latitude, longitude, and tropics.
•Understand the characteristics of latitude, longitude, and tropics.
•Explain the bases of grouping geographical locations.
•Determine geographical coordinates and tropical characteristics.

Week

2

Module 1: Overview of geographic land forms and features

2h

Unit 2: Measurement on Maps

2 study hours

•Carry out distance measurements between locations on the map.
•Determine location reference bearing of places on the map.
•Carry out area measurement on maps.
•Get acquainted with the use of GPS devices for place location and distance measurement.

Week

3

Module 1: Overview of geographic land forms and features

2h

Unit 3: Relief Representation (Conical hill, plateau, valley, Ridge and spur, cliff)

2 study hours

•Identify major map relief features.
•Classify and interpret different slopes as presented by contour lines.
•Analyse and develop inferences from terrain configuration.
•Calculate vertical and horizontal interval for gradient analysis.

Week

4

Module 2: Geographical data acquisition techniques

2h

Unit 1: Land surveying (Lineaments, tachymetry, area and altitude)

2 study hours

•Understand how map data are acquired through manual and electronic devices.
•Understand types of surveying and their role in the built environment.
•Have basic knowledge of Aerial photograph and interpretation elements.
•Understand Satellite imagery platforms and characteristics

Week

5

Module 2: Geographical data acquisition techniques

2h

Unit 2: Aerial photography

2 study hours

•Introduce student to the origin of aerial photography and survey.
•Expose student to the use of aircraft and sensors in spatial data collection.
•Understand the basic principles of air photography.
•Understand the areas of applications of aerial photography.

Week

6

Module 2: Geographical data acquisition techniques

2h

Unit 3: Satellite imagery

2 study hours

•Expose student to advanced spatial data acquisition techniques
•Acquit the student with satellite imageries and its characteristics
•Reveal to students the merit and demerits of the various spatial data acquisition techniques
•Expose student to basic remote sensing activities and platforms
•Expose student to basic sensors and Electromagnetic Spectrum windows

Week

7

Module 3: Elementary map and Image interpretation

2h

Unit 1: Types of map scale

2 study hours

•Understand the major types of map scale and conventional signs.
•Understand basic image interpretation elements.
•Carryout map reduction and enlargement.
•Describe the distributional pattern of each of the features separately.
•Carryout map digitization (On-screen and Tablet).

Week

8

Module 3: Elementary map and Image interpretation

2h

Unit 2: Map Conventional Signs

2 study hours

•Acquaint with major map universal symbols
•Assist to read and understand map and image features on maps
•Prepare for group or congress meeting on map related programmes
•Derive meaningful information from maps for decision support

Week

9

Module 3: Elementary map and Image interpretation

2h

Unit 3: Image interpretation elements

2 study hours

•Acquit with the principles of image interpretation
•Assist to interpret and understand imagery features
•Prepare for group or congress meeting on image related programmes
•Derive meaningful information from imageries for decision support

Week

10

Module 3: Elementary map and Image interpretation

2h

Unit 4: Map Reduction and Enlargement

2 study hours

•Understand instrumentation and purpose of map manipulation
•Understand map Reduction processes
•Understand map Enlargement processes

Week

11

Module 3: Elementary map and Image interpretation

2h

Unit 5: Map Digitization (On-screen and Tablet)

2 study hours

•Understand and the usefulness of digitizers in spatial data analysis.
•Differentiate between manual and computer aided digitization.
•Give operational steps for tablet and on-screen digitization.
•Acquit with Problems associated with map Digitization generally.

Week

12

Module 4: Element of cartography

2h

Unit 1: History of maps

2 study hours

•Understand and appreciate the labour of the Ptolemaeus's Geographers and historians
•Understand the trends and the processes of map production metamorphoses and applications.
•Understand the true definition and use of maps as against the layman knowledge.
•Understand the role of maps in general human society.

Week

13

Module 4: Element of cartography

4h

Unit 2: Map classification and symbols

2 study hours

•Assist to differentiate between maps when inundated with some.
•Know exactly what it takes to prepare any given map at a point in place and time.
•Get use to subject maps, especially thematic maps and their uses.
•Be acquitted with the common map symbols that can aid in reading and extract embedded information for decision purposes.

Unit 3 Basic form-lines, contouring and cross-sections

2 study hours

•Identify common relief features for analysis
•Understand design cross section and interpretation.
•Know the processes involved in producing cross section of designs and relief sections.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

Course PDF Material

Read the complete course material as provided by NOUN.

Access PDF Material

Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all module objectives and ensure you can meet each one.

2

Practice map reading and interpretation using topographical maps from different regions.

3

Familiarize yourself with different types of map scales and their conversions.

4

Create flashcards for key terms related to remote sensing, GIS, and cartography.

5

Practice identifying different landforms and features on aerial photographs and satellite imagery.

6

Work through all self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked assignments, focusing on areas where you struggled.

7

Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 data acquisition techniques.

8

Review the conventional signs and symbols used in map making (Unit 2, Module 3).

9

Practice calculating gradients and cross-sections from contour maps (Unit 3, Module 4).

10

Allocate specific time slots for reviewing each module, focusing on the most challenging units.

Related Courses

Other courses in Management Sciences that complement your learning

Element of Management II

Introduction To Entrepreneurship

Business Mathematics Ii

View All Management Sciences Courses