Relief Studies Course
Master terrain analysis in the Relief Studies Course. Utilise DEMs, satellite imagery, and geomorphic mapping to interpret landforms, evaluate erosion and landslide risks, and transform complex geography and geology data into practical land-use decisions for real-world applications. This course equips you with essential skills for effective relief studies and decision-making in Uganda's diverse landscapes.

flexible workload from 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
The Relief Studies Course provides hands-on skills to choose and define study areas, obtain DEMs, LiDAR, satellite imagery, and maps, process terrain data for slope, aspect, hydrology, and landforms. You will learn to map landslide and erosion risks, establish land-use and conservation zones, and create straightforward, reproducible reports, maps, and visualisations suited for decision-makers and practical projects in Uganda.
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Develop skills
- Process DEMs: clean, analyse, and validate elevation data using modern GIS tools.
- Map landforms: interpret DEMs and imagery to classify key geomorphic features quickly.
- Analyse terrain risks: map erosion, landslide hazards, and safe siting zones.
- Source remote sensing data: find and download DEMs, imagery, and LiDAR fast.
- Produce geomorph reports: convert complex relief analyses into clear maps and text.
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