GEOG 226 - Spatial Data & Analysis

Exam Preparation

Composition of the Exam:

• expect about 50% to be calculation-based questions

• you will be working with maps (and possibly air photos), so you will need

  • calculator (cell phones/ IPods NOT allowed)

  • ruler (30cm)

  • perhaps a couple of different colours of pens/pencils for diagrams

Preparation:

• For "concept questions" refer to the Terms & Concepts page, the Lecture Outlines and the text.

• For calculation questions I first go to old labs (and then edit the question) and second, well ... I just make up something new.  Redo (review) old labs for practice.  Try changing the numbers slightly before redoing.

• Practice Questions (answer key - hey, I was tired when I did it)

• Click on the "Help with the Math" link.

• Use the lecture outlines as an interactive quiz - i.e. try to remember the content before you click to expand the topic.

• Print off the mind maps and add your own notes.  Better yet, make your own mind map.

Writing the Exam:

• Be sure of what the question is asking.  Seek clarification if uncertain.

• Layout your answer in a clear fashion - I can't mark what I can't follow.

• Take careful measurements when required (nearest 0.5mm)
• Only round values at the end for presentation, i.e. if I ask for the answer to be to the nearest 1/10th of a metre - do not round for intermediate calculations.
• Underline (or put a box around) your final answer.