Paper

2nd Task Part B Intro Geospatial

Introduction to Geospatial Information

Lecturer:
Prof. Dr. Ir. Bangun Muljo Sukojo, DEA, DESS

Name:

Muhamad Hafidz Syah Amir

[NRP: 03311942000002]

CLASS A ( IUP )
GEOMATICS ENGINEERING DEPARTEMENT

FACULTY OF CIVIL, ENVIROMENTAL AND GEO ENGINEERING

SEPULUH NOPEMBER INSTITUTE of TECHNOLOGY
SURABAYA
2019
 2nd task part B intro geospatial

1) The difference between Map and Geospatial Information

 Map
Definition
Map is a representation or picture from abstract appearance elements of the earth’s
surface that are related to the surface of the earth or celestial bodies and are generally
depicated in a flat area to scaled down.
Example of analog map:

Figure 1: (Map of Indonesia Republic, BIG Data)

function of map: showing position of the object, present shape of earth and help to
observe condition of area. Maps are included in geospatial information

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  Geospatial Information (GI)

Definition
Geospatial information can be defined as all information regarding the location and
existence of an object on the surface of the earth.

Figure 2: (Chart of Geospatial information from BIG)

Function of (GI): makes it easier to determine the position of the object and helps in
analyzing an object in the earth. Geospatial information cannot only be regarded as a
map.

2) The difference between base map and thematic map

 Base Map
A map or chart showing certain fundamental information, used as a base upon which additional
data of specialized nature are compiled or overprinted. Also, a map containing all the information
from which maps showing specialized information can be prepared.

1) The function of the base maps is to provide background detail necessary to orient
the location of the map. Base maps also add to the aesthetic appeal of a map.
2) Shows the relative position / location (location of one place to another) on the
surface of the earth
3) Showing size above the earth's surface.
4) Describe the shape of the earth's surface.
5) Present data about the potential of an area.

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 Thematic map
A 'Thematic map' is a map that focuses on a specific theme or subject area. This is in
contrast to general reference maps, which regularly show the variety of phenomena-
geological, geographical, political-together. Example of thematic map is Poverty map.

The Poverty Map contains data that provides an overview of the conditions of livelihood
and community welfare needed to obtain comprehensive poverty information. Poverty
rates often cannot stand alone as the only source of data, both in setting targets,
developing poverty reduction programs, and in determining budget allocations.

Figure 3: (Map of Poverty in Indonesia, IDEAS)

Function of Poverty Map:

1) Help relocation of poverty from the core city to the regions.
2) Help make regional clusters based on their poverty level so that they get priority
in their development.
3) Accelerate the government in developing remote areas.
4) Regional development is equitable with big city.

Thematic maps serve three primary purposes:

1) They provide specific information about particular locations.
2) They provide general information about spatial patterns.
3) They can be used to compare patterns on two or more maps.

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Reference:

https://www.sci.ui.ac.id/peranan-informasi-geospasial-untuk-pembangunan-nasional/

https://www.thoughtco.com/thematic-maps-overview-1435692

https://www.big.go.id/

file:///C:/Users/User/Pictures/Presentation-Launching-IPIR-19-Jan-2017.pdf

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