Topographic Cartography Course
Gain expertise in topographic cartography for practical trail and shelter planning. Master sourcing and refining DEMs, conducting terrain analysis, producing contours and hillshades, and creating precise, clear maps suited for geography and geology professionals. Build skills to deliver high-quality, reproducible mapping projects that support real-world decisions in rugged terrains.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course teaches you to source and assess DEMs and basemap data, prepare and reproject layers, and refine elevation models for precise analysis. You'll create contours, hillshades, and terrain visuals, craft user-friendly maps for hikers and experts, optimise trail and shelter placements, and establish a full, repeatable workflow with robust quality checks and pro-level outputs.
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Develop skills
- DEM sourcing and preparation: swiftly locate, refine, and combine elevation data for mapping projects.
- Terrain analysis for planning: extract slope, aspect, risks, and ideal shelter spots efficiently.
- Contour and hillshade generation: produce sharp elevation visuals using GIS software.
- Topographic map design: create legible, print-ready maps for hikers and technical users.
- Cartography quality assurance and metadata: record processes, confirm precision, and reference data properly.
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