Topographic Map Course
Acquire expertise in contour interpretation, gradient assessment, and landscape hazards to craft accurate routes and enhance field safety. This Topographic Mapping Essentials course equips geography and geology experts with vital abilities for mapping, off-grid navigation, and planning multi-day mountain expeditions, ensuring confident decision-making in rugged environments.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
Gain hands-on skills to interpret, analyse, and apply topographic maps for assured terrain navigation. Master contour lines, map scales, distances, and symbols, then use them to devise secure paths, gauge elevation changes, and estimate journey durations. Develop self-reliant navigation, hazard evaluation, and contingency planning methods for swift, precise map-driven route planning across challenging terrains.
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Develop skills
- Advanced contour interpretation: quickly assess elevation, inclines, crests, and depressions.
- Hazard terrain mapping: rapidly identify sheer drops, snowslide areas, and loose rock zones.
- Remote navigation proficiency: employ map and compass for secure, streamlined highland paths.
- Route and timing calculation: determine ascent, descent, and duration using map metrics.
- Expert expedition planning: construct a detailed two-day highland itinerary from the ground up.
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