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Land Navigation Course

What will I learn?

Master the art of land navigation with our comprehensive course tailored for environment professionals. Dive into topo maps, learn to recognise symbols, read contour lines, and spot landmarks. Hone your compass skills by following courses, taking bearings, and adjusting for magnetic variation. Develop effective navigation plans with organised information and visual aids. Adapt to environmental challenges by handling obstacles and adjusting strategies. Elevate your decision-making with terrain evaluation and optimal route selection.

Apoia's Unique Benefits

Online course with lifetime access
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
24/7 online support
Select and organise the chapters you want to study
Customise your course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study anytime, no internet required

Build skills

Enhance your practical skills in the areas listed below

Master topo maps: Decode symbols, contours, and landmarks with precision.

Navigate with a compass: Follow courses, take bearings, and adjust for magnetic variation.

Plan routes effectively: Evaluate terrain, select paths, and mark maps accurately.

Document navigation plans: Organise data, create visuals, and write clear descriptions.

Adapt to challenges: Handle obstacles, adjust strategies, and consider weather impacts.

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 it offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.