MIS

7119 - Geographical Information Systems & RS - Sample Questions

1. Define a GIS system in form of its components

2. Briefly discuss “People” as a component of GIS

3. What is Spatial Analysis as used in GIS?

4. State at least 5 ways in which an environmental conservationist would find use
for GIS in their day-to-day work.

5. Define a GIS data model.

6. What is geo-referencing as used in GIS?

7. State at least five properties of spatial data

8. What are the two data models used for representing reality within a GIS?

9. Explain the concept of Topological map representation as used in GIS

10. As a GIS consultant, you are contracted to develop a functional GIS for
management of a public water utility line:
a. Identify three (3) sources of data for your GIS.
b. Explain your rationale for selecting your data sources.