Course Workbook
D199 Introduction to Physical and Human Geography
Section 1
I. What is Geography? – 27%
Section 1
, • Lesson 1: Messages of Visual Representations
• Lesson 2: Purposes and Significance of Visual Representations
• Lesson 3: Manipulating Data
• Lesson 4: Differentiating Physical and Human Geography
• Lesson 5: Physical Geography and Ecological Systems
• Lesson 6: Physical Geography and Economic Systems
• Lesson 7: Physical Geography and Political Systems
• Lesson 8: Human Geography and Ecological Systems
• Lesson 9: Human Geography and Economic Systems
• Lesson 10: Human Geography and Political Systems
• Lesson 11: The Relationship between Physical and Human Geography
Lesson 1: Messages of Visual Representations
1. In the table below, for each type of map provide its written description.
Pro Tip: Write descriptions in terms of your personal experience (contextualize
the content).
, MAP DESCRIPTION
Reference maps used to show important physical elements of a
specific geographic area, such as countries, rivers,
mountains, roads, rivers, railroads, etc. *Provides a general
overview of a location.
Thematic specialized maps used to understand one characteristic of a
specific geographic area; examples are population maps,
weather maps, and maps illustrating the spread of disease
Literal Show actual things, maps that strive to display the objective
truth about a specific geographic area
Figurative maps that use symbols to represent a narrative or point of
view; they are much less concerned with physical accuracy
than are literal maps. Conceptual or imagined places.
Analytical the use of cartography techniques to uncover and learn
about patterns and trends in a specific geographic area
GIS a foundation for the use of computers in mapping. a
technology that combines remote sensing, GPS data, and
spatial and non-spatial data to perform powerful analyses
of the earth.
2. The following images represent Map types. Select the correct type of map and
describe the purpose of the map.
, Metropolitan area of Chicago
Map Type: Reference Map
Purpose: shows roads, rivers, cities
Data of the Covid-19 virus across the United
States.
Map Type: Thematic Map
D199 Introduction to Physical and Human Geography
Section 1
I. What is Geography? – 27%
Section 1
, • Lesson 1: Messages of Visual Representations
• Lesson 2: Purposes and Significance of Visual Representations
• Lesson 3: Manipulating Data
• Lesson 4: Differentiating Physical and Human Geography
• Lesson 5: Physical Geography and Ecological Systems
• Lesson 6: Physical Geography and Economic Systems
• Lesson 7: Physical Geography and Political Systems
• Lesson 8: Human Geography and Ecological Systems
• Lesson 9: Human Geography and Economic Systems
• Lesson 10: Human Geography and Political Systems
• Lesson 11: The Relationship between Physical and Human Geography
Lesson 1: Messages of Visual Representations
1. In the table below, for each type of map provide its written description.
Pro Tip: Write descriptions in terms of your personal experience (contextualize
the content).
, MAP DESCRIPTION
Reference maps used to show important physical elements of a
specific geographic area, such as countries, rivers,
mountains, roads, rivers, railroads, etc. *Provides a general
overview of a location.
Thematic specialized maps used to understand one characteristic of a
specific geographic area; examples are population maps,
weather maps, and maps illustrating the spread of disease
Literal Show actual things, maps that strive to display the objective
truth about a specific geographic area
Figurative maps that use symbols to represent a narrative or point of
view; they are much less concerned with physical accuracy
than are literal maps. Conceptual or imagined places.
Analytical the use of cartography techniques to uncover and learn
about patterns and trends in a specific geographic area
GIS a foundation for the use of computers in mapping. a
technology that combines remote sensing, GPS data, and
spatial and non-spatial data to perform powerful analyses
of the earth.
2. The following images represent Map types. Select the correct type of map and
describe the purpose of the map.
, Metropolitan area of Chicago
Map Type: Reference Map
Purpose: shows roads, rivers, cities
Data of the Covid-19 virus across the United
States.
Map Type: Thematic Map
