This document discusses key concepts related to digital maps and cartography. It defines important spatial data components like entities, attributes, and relationships. It also outlines advantages of digital maps over paper maps and describes key cartographic considerations like map scale, data classification, and generalization. Finally, it discusses different types of map projections and coordinate systems used to represent the spherical Earth on a flat surface.

1. GIS Earth Science Department, University of the Western Cape DIGITAL MAPS Dr. A. Siad

5. Map a graphical representation of the spatial structure of physical and/or cultural environments