7 - Learning outcomes - proportional sysmbol map

  • Classify a potential attribute as either
       a) inappropriate
       b) somewhat appropriate
       c) highly appropriate for representation using the proportional symbol technique.
  • Design an effective proportional point symbol map (including the legend) that effectively visualizes variation in an attribute with a desired aesthetic appeal.

Concepts

  • Proportional Symbol Map
    A type of thematic map in which the size of features and/or their symbols is varied to represent an attribute.