Practical in Interpretation of Topographical and Weather Maps

Paper Code: 
DGEO 704
Credits: 
2
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

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

20.00
Unit I: 
Unit I
  • Introduction to SOI topographical maps - numbering, scales, grid reference, signs and  symbols, colour system, etc. 
  • Preparation of sets of thematic maps - relief, drainage, land use, railroad, and settlement  maps from Toposheet.

 

20.00
Unit II: 
Unit II
  • 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.

 

20.00
Unit III: 
Unit III
  • 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: 
  • Gupta, K. K. and Tyagi, V. C. (1992): Working with maps. Survey of India Publication. 
  • WMO No. 8 (1983): Guide to Meteorological Instruments and Methods of Observation.
  • Daily and weekly weather reports of IMD.

 

Academic Year: 
2023-2024