Lecture 4: Data Source, Capture and Acquisition & Data Development

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What does topography encompass in relation to GIS data?

The relief of an area and the position of natural and man-made features (correct)

The historical data associated with geographical features

Only the natural features of the land

Only man-made structures in a given area

Which of the following is a source of data for Geographical Information Systems (GIS)?

Personal anecdotes

Web articles

Monthly weather reports

Aerial photographs (correct)

Which type of GIS data is characterized by discrete features such as boundaries and instances?

3D surface data

Remote sensing data

Raster data

Vector data (correct)

What is essential for network analysis in Geographic Information Systems?

Correctly inherited topology from source material Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes primary data from secondary data in GIS?

Primary data is original and collected for a specific purpose, while secondary data is reused Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a benefit of automated digitizing?

It uses automatic line tracing algorithms Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a method of data input for GIS?

Social media trends analysis Signup and view all the answers

What is a source of primary data collection mentioned?

Fieldwork Signup and view all the answers

What happens if data in GIS is not topologically correct?

The computer will fail to recognize relationships Signup and view all the answers

What does automated digitization involve in the context of GIS?

Converting scanned images into digital data Signup and view all the answers

Which organization provides rainfall and air quality data in Malaysia?

Meteorological Service of Malaysia Signup and view all the answers

What does vectorization involve in the context of GIS?

Identifying patterns in raster data to create vector data Signup and view all the answers

Which is a limitation of the automated digitizing process?

It can lose features due to low resolution data Signup and view all the answers

What type of data uses continuous variations to represent phenomena like temperature or elevation in GIS?

Raster data Signup and view all the answers

What type of GIS data is available from JUPEM?

DXF and shape files Signup and view all the answers

What is the scale of the topographical sheets available from JUPEM?

1: 25000 Signup and view all the answers

For a GIS application to effectively incorporate imagery, what factor must be identifiable?

The ground extent of the image Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following data types is NOT provided by the Department of Environment Malaysia?

Temperature Signup and view all the answers

What type of feature layer includes boundaries and roads in GIS data?

Line feature layer Signup and view all the answers

What is required to use GIS digital data from JUPEM in compatible GIS software?

Conversion to compatible file format Signup and view all the answers

Which type of feature layer includes bus stops and trig stations?

Point feature layer Signup and view all the answers

Which technology uses light waves instead of radio waves to measure distances?

LiDAR Signup and view all the answers

What type of data may need to be collected if it does not already exist?

Spatial data Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of satellites used in GIS?

To transmit and/or receive electromagnetic radiation Signup and view all the answers

How do contour lines in GIS typically represent information?

By indicating elevation changes Signup and view all the answers

What type of imagery provides aerial perspectives for GIS applications?

Aerial Photographs Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is associated with Ordinance Survey Map Sheets?

Department of Survey and Mapping Malaysia Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of satellite data used in GIS?

Different bands correspond to different radiation wavelengths Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about data formats in GIS is true?

Formats vary and some need converting for GIS use Signup and view all the answers

What is typically involved in the acquisition process for GIS data?

Data collection and conversion as needed Signup and view all the answers

Which data source is best suited for analyzing the physical features of land?

Aerial Photographs Signup and view all the answers

What is expected to produce greater error in manual digitizing?

First-time digitizers Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes topology?

It represents the logical relationships between objects. Signup and view all the answers

What is the accuracy range of manual digitizing mentioned in the content?

±0.8 mm to ±0.054 mm Signup and view all the answers

In the context of topographic maps, what is the primary focus?

Precise shape and location of features Signup and view all the answers

What does a topological map prioritize over shape?

Spatial relationships Signup and view all the answers

In stream mode digitizing, how does the digitiser behave around complex lines?

Adds more points to accuracy Signup and view all the answers

What is not a focus of topology in GIS?

Exact dimensions of shapes Signup and view all the answers

What is the equivalent error for a 1:50,000 scale map based on given accuracy?

±40 m to ±2.7 m Signup and view all the answers

What does a map scale represent?

The relationship between map dimensions and real-world distances Signup and view all the answers

What is the main issue with scale in GIS and computerized mapping?

Map scales can become meaningless on different monitor sizes Signup and view all the answers

What defines the scale of capture in GIS datasets?

The source data was captured at a specific scale Signup and view all the answers

What occurs when large-scale map data is viewed at a small scale?

The view becomes cluttered due to excessive detail Signup and view all the answers

What is generalization in the context of map production?

Simplifying data features to prevent clutter Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a method of GIS data capture?

Census data analysis Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for datasets in GIS to have equivalent scales of capture?

To allow for meaningful data visualization and analysis Signup and view all the answers

What might be the consequence of altering a feature's true survey position in GIS?

More space for map symbols and clarity Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Data Source, Capture and Acquisition & Data Development

GIS data is based on topographic features, which are part of the physical land structure. Topography involves the land's relief and the position of both natural and man-made features.
Aerial photographs and satellite imagery can be incorporated into GIS systems to view data for the same region.
Field and social surveys provide another rich source for powerful GIS applications
Various data input methods are available, such as manual digitizing, scanning, direct entry (using a keyboard), transfer from databases and from GPS devices.

Presentation Outline

Data sources for GIS
Data capture and storage
Primary and secondary data
Data development
Topology and topography
Automated digitization

GIS Data Types

GIS can handle several data types, including raster and vector data.
- Raster data comes from scanned maps, aerial photographs, LiDAR imagery and satellite imagery.
- Vector data includes contours, networks (roads, utilities), boundaries (post codes, electoral wards, geological boundaries) and instances (e.g., locations of crime events).
Data may be analogue or digital and some data may require conversion to be usable in a GIS system.
GIS data is available in hundreds of digital formats.

LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging)

LiDAR works similar to radar, but uses light waves rather than radio waves.
Light is transmitted from a scanner to a target.
The time it takes light to travel to a target and back is used to determine the distance to it.

Data Type

Numerous sources of spatial information exist for GIS use.
Data can be in various formats (analogue and digital).
Some data is immediately usable in a GIS system.
Other data needs conversion for GIS use during the acquisition process.
Some data may not yet exist and needs collection.

Scanning of Maps

Scanned maps are one source of GIS data.
Scanned maps can be presented in formats that are compatible with GIS software, or they may require conversion.

GIS Data Capture And Storage

Scanning
Digitizing (Tablet and Onscreen)
Remote Sensing
Photography (Aerial)
GPS
Surveying
Pen Computers

Significance of Scale in GIS

Map scale is the relationship between the dimensions in a map and the real-world dimensions.
A building that is 13m in the real world might appear as 13mm on a map with a scale of 1:1000

Scale of Capture

All GIS packages allow zooming in and out on maps.
All topographic data is captured at a specific scale.

Generalization

Large-scale map data highlights specific details.
Positional accuracy is high, causing the view to get cluttered, when zoomed out.
Small-scale data shows fewer details when zoomed in.
Features might need adjustments to accommodate the layout of the map symbols

GIS Data Storage (Polygon)

GIS stores spatial data (map data) and attribute data (tabular data) separately.
Data records for different regions and areas are stored separately.

Primary and Secondary Data

GIS data can be classified as either primary or secondary.
Primary data are newly collected for a particular purpose.
Secondary data are existing data collected by others.
Spatial data and attribute data can both be primary or secondary.

Collect Primary Spatial Data

GPS, differential GPS, and total stations can collect primary spatial data, allowing for x, y, and z coordinate information.

Collect Primary Spatial Data Without Spatial Reference

Spatial data can be collected without a formal spatial reference, but using known points in an image to conform to a spatial reference system.
Digital photographs are an example.

Collect Primary Attribute Data

Questionnaires, field observations, field surveys, and physical measurements are common methods for collecting primary attribute data.

Collect and Develop Your Own GIS Data

Georeferencing, collection of spatially-referenced information (Using GPS or total stations), and collecting attribute information are key steps for developing GIS data.
Combining this collected data and updating an existing GIS system is essential in maintaining GIS systems.

What about Secondary Data?

Secondary data resources include analogue and digital data.
Analogue data may need conversion before it can be used in a GIS system.
Analogue data types include paper maps, aerial photographs, tabular data and photographs.
Digital data types include digital maps, satellite imagery and digital photographs.

Data Development (Analogue to Digital Conversion)

Four methods for analogue-to-digital conversion are scanning, keyboard entry, manual digitizing, and automated digitizing.

Keyboard Entry

Keyboard entry involves entering data into computer files.
It is used for attribute data.
Two key issues are typographical errors and scale of entry.

Scanning

A scanner creates a picture from a printed image.
Map scanning might not capture attribute information.
Storing the resulting raster data can use a lot of disk space.

Scanning (Automated Digitization)

Scanning is an automated digitization technique.
Scanning produces raster data which can be converted to vector data.
Optical distortion is possible in the scanning process.

Manual Digitizing

Manual digitizing involves several steps:
- Spatial registration of the data source
- Manual tracing of feature outlines
- Error detection
- Adding attribute data
- Creating / verifying topology.

Digitizing Tablet

A digitizing tablet is a board with a magnetic field, which enables the user to trace an image.
The location of the cursor moves creates coordinate data

Onscreen Digitizing

Onscreen digitizing is done using GIS software on a computer screen and a mouse.

Digitizing Process

Digitizing is time-consuming.
Each point or vertex needs to be digitized separately.
Attribute information (e.g., type, shape) is attached to the features in the digitizing process.

Manual Digitizing (Points)

Manual digitizing can be more efficient when using different modes (Point and Stream).

Manual Digitizing (Accuracy Issues)

Physical factors affect the accuracy of manual digitizing, including shaky hands, and these must be accounted for.
Digitizing errors can range from 0.8 mm to 0.054 mm depending on the factors.

Manual Digitizing (Shape / Topological Errors)

Shape/topological errors like undershoot, overshoot, dangling nodes, pseudo nodes, missing label points and line crossings affect the quality of digitization work

Topology and Topography

Topology describes logical relationships between objects in a GIS.
Shape isn't emphasized in topology but important in topography.
Topography describes precise location and shape of geographic objects.

Topological Building & Editing

Important aspects in assessing objects are proximity, overlapping boundaries, connections between different features, and if one object completely fits within another.

Link-Node Topology

Network analysis using link-node topology is one of the most important applications of GIS in real-world analysis.
Examples of networks include roads, highways, water pipes, irrigation canals, and electrical power lines.
GIS can be used in flood analysis, route planning and determining the distribution of resources

Topology

Spatial relationships between geographic objects, are key to understanding how GIS systems analyze relationships between objects
Geospatial data inherits topological relationships from the source data.

Automated Digitizing

Automated digitizing utilizes algorithms to automatically trace lines.
It is faster than manual approaches, but relies on the algorithm's quality.
Details below the resolution of the data set may be lost in the automation process, requiring cleanup.

Vectorization

Specialized computer systems convert raster data to vector data.
Systems identify patterns in the image to generate lines (which might be linear features ).
Vectorization is a faster method.
However, it is typically less accurate than manual digitizing requiring additional cleanup steps.

Summary

Several data sources exist for GIS, including warehouses, government departments, commercial providers, and satellite imagery.
Primary data can be obtained through fieldwork.
Secondary data from existing resources (warehouses, commercial providers) can be useful.
GIS data can be enhanced by conversion of analogue data to digital and manual digitization, and automated processes.
Accurate topological relationships between objects are essential, enabling GIS systems to understand object connections easily and accurately.

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