Map skills & Interpretation

Learning Objectives:
At the end of the lesson the students should be able to:
(i) Define the term map.
(ii) Differentiate between types of maps.
(iii) Identify and explain the parts of a map.
(iv) Explain the importance of maps.
(v) Determine the direction and bearing on maps.
(vi) Calculate the distances on maps.
(vii) Determine four & six grid references on maps.
(viii) Methods of representing Relief on maps.
(ix) Identify common landforms/relief on maps.
(x) Identify types of slopes on maps.
(xi) Calculate gradient on maps.
(xii) Determine cross profile on maps.
(xiii) Identify and interpret,relief,drainage,settlement and communication
patterns on maps.
(xiv) Interpret types of land use on maps.