Topography Training
Gain expertise in topography for small hillside sites. Utilise DEMs, QGIS, GPS, and UAV data to evaluate slope stability and drainage, transforming terrain assessments into professional reports ideal for geography and geology initiatives in South African contexts.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
This course equips you with hands-on skills to confidently interpret small hillside sites. Master DEMs, QGIS, and online maps to measure slopes and drainage, spot terrain hazards, and design pads, access routes, and retaining walls. Conclude with reporting methods that outline processes, assumptions, and uncertainties to meet standard municipal hillside approval standards.
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Develop skills
- Terrain analysis: interpret contours, slopes, and DEMs for small hillside sites.
- GIS workflows: apply QGIS and online maps to swiftly process and analyse elevation data.
- Site planning: design access, pads, and drainage to match topographic features.
- Risk assessment: identify landslides, erosion, and drainage problems from terrain indicators.
- Reporting skills: convert GIS results into clear, repeatable topographic reports.
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