Practical in Interpretation of Topographical and Weather Maps

Paper Code: 
GEO - 125
Credits: 
8
Contact Hours: 
240.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

To attain the basic skills regarding interpretation and construction of Maps.

  • 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 toposheets
  • Instrumentation and measurement techniques of weather elements and processing of weather data
  • Study of Indian Daily Weather Report (IDWR)
  • Preparation of Report about the monsoon activity during a particular week with respect to temperature, 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.
References: 
  • 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: 
2019-2020