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Visualization of Spatial Data in GIS

The document discusses geospatial visualization in transportation engineering. It introduces geographic information systems (GIS) and the importance of spatial data visualization. It describes five sections that will be covered: fundamentals of GIS, advanced GIS techniques, case studies and applications, GIS in traffic safety and urban planning, and challenges and future directions. Several methods of geospatial visualization are explained, including how geospatial data is gathered, preprocessed, and visualized using appropriate tools to reveal patterns and enhance understanding, communication, and decision making. Examples of visualization techniques include choropleth maps, heat maps, cluster maps, and proportional symbol maps.

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Visualization of Spatial Data in GIS

The document discusses geospatial visualization in transportation engineering. It introduces geographic information systems (GIS) and the importance of spatial data visualization. It describes five sections that will be covered: fundamentals of GIS, advanced GIS techniques, case studies and applications, GIS in traffic safety and urban planning, and challenges and future directions. Several methods of geospatial visualization are explained, including how geospatial data is gathered, preprocessed, and visualized using appropriate tools to reveal patterns and enhance understanding, communication, and decision making. Examples of visualization techniques include choropleth maps, heat maps, cluster maps, and proportional symbol maps.

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Visualization of

Spatial Data in GIS


in Transportation Engineering

Prof. Jamshid Sodikov

2023
Content
● Section 1: Introduction and Fundamentals of GIS
● Section 2: Advanced GIS Techniques
● Section 3: Case Studies and Applications
● Section 4: GIS in Traffic Safety and Urban Planning
● Section 5: Challenges and Future Directions
Section 1: Introduction and Fundamentals of GIS
● GIS in Transportation Engineering Overview
● Definition and scope of GIS in transportation
● Importance of spatial data visualization
● The role of open-source tools: QGIS, R, Python
What Is Geospatial Visualization?
● Geospatial data visualization is a technique for
displaying geospatial data on a map.
● This practice is based on the interactive visualization of
traditional maps for a better understanding of spatial
relationships and patterns.
● Geospatial visualization tools help users create
interactive maps, graphs, 3D models, and other
visualizations to analyze geospatial data meaningfully.
Advantages of Geospatial Visualization
● Enhances Decision-Making: Allows for a better grasp
of complex data and informed decisions through
pattern and trend visualization.
● Boosts Efficiency: Quicker identification of
opportunities or issues, saving time and costs with
automated data analysis.
● Reveals Hidden Patterns: Uncovers patterns and
trends not evident in traditional data formats, leading
to new insights.
Advantages of Geospatial Visualization
● Facilitates Understanding: Assists in comprehending
complex spatial relationships and patterns beyond
tabular data.
● Improves Communication: Provides a more engaging
way to convey complex data to stakeholders,
enhancing collaboration.
● Optimizes Customer Experience: Aids in
understanding customer behavior to tailor experiences
effectively.
How Geospatial Visualization Works?
● Gather Data: Acquire necessary geospatial data like
satellite imagery, GPS, and demographics.
● Preprocess Data: Clean and format data for
visualization, ensuring accurate georeferencing.
● Tool Selection: Choose appropriate visualization tools
based on data type, interaction level, and audience.
● Visualization Method: Select methods such as
choropleth, heat maps, or 3D visualization based on
the data and audience needs.
How Geospatial Visualization Works?
● Apply Technique: Use the chosen method to
accurately represent data, adjusting colors and scale.
● Iterative Refinement: Continuously refine the
visualization for clarity and accuracy.
● Share Results: Present the visualized data to the
audience through static or interactive formats
3D urban geospatial visualization
Point Map
Choropleth Map
Cluster Map
Heat Map
Proportional Symbol Map
Hexagonal Binning Map
H3: Topographic Map
Spider Map
Additional information
1. Gooey Effect - Populated Cities
2. 12 Methods for Visualizing Geospatial Data on a Map | SafeGraph

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