Cartography Course
What will I learn?
Unlock the power of map-making with our comprehensive Map-Making Course, designed for Geography and Geology professionals. Dive into map 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, legends, and scales, while 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
Develop skills
Strengthen the development of the practical skills listed below
Master map design: Enhance maps with effective colours and symbols.
Utilise mapping software: Gain proficiency in QGIS and ArcGIS tools.
Interpret map elements: Understand contour lines, legends, 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 change 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.