Cartography Course

What will I learn?

Unlock the power of cartography with our comprehensive Cartography Course, designed for Geography and Geology professionals. Delve into cartographic design principles, mastering the use of colours, symbols, and typography. Gain proficiency in leading software tools like QGIS and ArcGIS. Explore map elements, including contour lines, keys, and scales, whilst enhancing your skills in map review and editing. Learn effective geospatial data collection methods and elevate your visual storytelling abilities to communicate complex information clearly and accurately.

Apoia's Differentials

Online and lifetime course
Certificate in accordance with educational guidelines
PDF summaries for printing
Online assistant available at all times
Select and arrange the chapters you wish to study
Define the course workload
Practical activities marked instantly
Study anytime, without needing the internet

Develop skills

Strengthen the development of the practical skills listed below

Master cartographic design: Enhance maps with effective colours and symbols.

Utilise mapping software: Gain proficiency in QGIS and ArcGIS tools.

Interpret map elements: Understand contour lines, keys, and scales.

Ensure map accuracy: Learn techniques to improve clarity and precision.

Collect geospatial data: Explore methods and sources for accurate data gathering.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can adjust the chapters and the workload.

  • Choose which chapter to start with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can add

You will be able to generate more chapters like the examples below

This is a free course, focused on personal and professional development. It is not equivalent to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate course, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.