INTERPRETATION OF TOPOGRAPHICAL & WEATHER MAPS (Practical)

Paper Code: 
24DGEO704
Credits: 
2
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This paper will help studentsto attain the basic skills regarding interpretation and construction of Maps.

Course Outcomes: 
CO96: Identify the basic characteristics of topographic map and attain skills regarding interpretation and construction of Maps and thematic maps.
CO97: Acquire the basics of Instrumentationand measurement techniques of weather elements and processing of weather data.
CO98: Interpret the Indian Daily Weather Report.
CO99: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction.
20.00
  • Introduction to SOI topographical maps - numbering, scales, and grid reference, signs and symbols, colour system, etc.
  • Digitalization of Maps
  • Preparation of sets of thematic maps - relief, drainage, land use, railroad, and settlement maps from Toposheet.
20.00
  • Instrumentation and measurement techniques of weather elements and processing of weather Data. Indian Pattern Clinometer.
  • Weather & Climate, Recording of weather elements, Representation of weather elements on the map.
  • Study of Indian Daily Weather Report (IDWR)
  • Preparation of Report about the monsoon activity during a particular week with respect to temperature and rainfall.
Essential Readings: 
  1. Gupta, K. K. and Tyagi, V. C. (1992): Working with maps. Survey of India Publication.
  2. WMO No. 8 (1983): Guide to Meteorological Instruments and Methods of Observation • Daily and weekly weather reports of IMD.
Academic Year: 
2024-2025