Map Scale Course
This course equips you with essential skills for accurate map scale use in fieldwork. Learn to design graphic and verbal scales, select from national mapping standards, measure distances precisely, manage uncertainties, and report results clearly—key for geography, geology, and surveying professionals. Perfect for real-world applications in Australia and beyond.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain hands-on skills to confidently read, create, and apply map scales. Master ratio, verbal, and graphic scales, craft precise bar scales for print and digital use, and convert map distances to real-world measurements. Practise accurate distance calculations, handle errors and uncertainties, select appropriate scales from national standards, and document findings for easy colleague verification in the field.
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Develop skills
- Master map scales: convert map centimetres to real-world kilometres with expert precision.
- Analyse distances: measure roads, rivers, and paths using reliable map techniques.
- Create graphic and verbal scales: build clear, durable bars and statements quickly.
- Perform field measurements: select tools, assess errors, and document distances professionally.
- Choose optimal maps: select the best national and road map scales for your projects.
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