Georeferencing

 

This week in lab we learned about georeferencing raster data that is undefined and unknown and how to edit vector data. First, we manipulated 3 rasters by adding control points. The goal is to have a low RSM Error, but having an accurate display is more important. Then, we learned how to digitize polygons and lines. Therefore, if a key feature is missed on a data set it can be added manually. Finally, we buffered the eagle nest using the multi-ring buffer tool to create a distance of 330 feet and 660 feet. 

We used all of this data to create a georeferenced and edited map of UWF campus. There was a lot of elements to this map, so I tried to keep things simple to tone down the crazy. I symbolized the roads and building neutrally, so that my edits would stand out in yellow. I used inset maps to show the buffer on the eagle nest and to have a map of Florida, to know where this takes place. Finally, I tried to use up as much white space as I could with the other map elements to keep it spaced out and not so busy in the middle.