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, 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 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 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, 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 it offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.