Land Navigation Course
Master map and compass skills for real fieldwork. This Land Navigation Course trains geographers and geologists to plan safe routes, fix positions without GPS, document sampling sites, and relocate points accurately on repeat visits.

flexible workload from 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
The Land Navigation Course gives you practical, map-and-compass skills to plan and complete safe, efficient field routes without GPS. Learn to read topographic maps, calculate distance and elevation, choose smart routes, and use bearings, pacing, resection, and backbearings. You also practice documenting sites for repeat visits, managing low-visibility situations, and making sound decisions to avoid getting lost.
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Develop skills
- Precision map reading: turn complex topographic maps into clear, safe routes.
- Compass mastery: take, follow, and backtrack bearings with field-ready accuracy.
- Route planning for surveys: design efficient, low-risk paths between sample sites.
- Reliable point recording: log coordinates, sketches, and photos for easy resampling.
- Field safety decisions: navigate fog, darkness, and off-route errors with confidence.
Suggested summary
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