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Spatial Organization In Epm Question Paper

Spatial Organization In Epm

Course:Bachelor Of Environmental Studies

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2009

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2008/2009
SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR
OF SCIENCE (ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT)

EPM 345:
SPATIAL ORGANIZATION IN EPM

DATE: MONDAY 6TH APRIL 2009 TIME: 11.00 A.M. – 1.00 P.M.

INSTRUCTIONS

• Attempt question 1 and two other questions.

1.
a)
Using suitable illustrations, discuss the concept of “ecological space”. (20 marks)
b)
Discuss how the knowledge of spatial organization studies can be applied in the planning and management of natural resources. (10 marks)
2.
Briefly explain the term “cognitive space” and social space’ and show their relevance to environmental investigation. (20 marks)
3.
a)
What do you understand by the concept of “time-space convergence”. (10 marks)
b)
Discuss the application of “time space convergence” in environmental planning and management. (10 marks)
4.
Using suitable illustrations discuss the influence of situation, site and human behaviour on agricultural land practices. (20 marks)
5.
a)
Explain how the knowledge of ecological spaces could be used in environmental planning and management. (6 marks)
b)
Briefly discuss how the concept of ecosystem and niche operate in determining ecological spaces. (14 marks)