Chris Stephenson UWF GIS Blog

 This week's module focused on Data Classification and the different methods used to manipulate the information. We were tasked to identify the age 65+ population in Miami-Dade County. Our goal with the task was to create two layouts with four separate map frames showing different methods of classification. These methods were Quantile, Equal Interval, Standard Deviation, and Natural break. Layout number one utilized the percentage of population over Age 65. Layout number two is the count of population normalized by square mile.

This week's modules focused on getting back into ArcGIS and Cartographic Principles. We were tasked to make a basic map of Florida and a map of Ward 7 Schools in Washington D.C.  This map of Florida identifies the major county seats, major cities, and the large swamps in the state. The focus for this particular map was typography. Adjusting labels and fonts to help the user focus on the more important features, such as the county seats or the swamps. This map of Ward 7 in Washington D.C. identifies the public schools and neighborhoods in the area. The focus for this map was to utilize Gestalts principles and create a well-drafted map. The focus on the principles like balance, visual hierarchy, and visual weight provide the user an easier time identifying the focus of the map.