Wildlife and Habitat Studies 10, 20, 30
WILD5B
Module 5B: Navigation (Optional)
Outcome
Apply navigational
skills in a variety of
situations.
Indicators
| (a) | Orient and interpret a map using the legend and topographical lines of elevation. |
| (b) | Explain declination and its considerations for compass navigation. |
| (c) | Calculate declination to travel on a bearing using a compass. |
| (d) | Navigate a route using a compass and map. |
| (e) | Compare the benefits of using a map and compass or a Global Positioning System (GPS) to navigate in different situations. |
| (f) | Explore how common hand-held technology such as cell phones can be used as a navigational tool. |
| (g) | Explain the purpose of waypoints when using a GPS. |
| (h) | Plan a route for others to follow using waypoints. |
| (i) | Compare the function and use of a GPS and Geographical Information Systems (GIS). |
| (j) | Explore the uses of a GIS application such as Sask Interactive Mapping. |
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