UKMap Training
Training4GIS is the training and consultancy division of The GeoInformation Group and provides a comprehensive two-day training support for UKMap.
Delegates may either attend an offsite course or we will bring our portal PC lab to you to train a group at your organisation.
Delegates attending this training programme are eligible to receive Continuing Professional Development points that can be used towards securing or retaining Chartered Geographer (GIS) status.
The Programme
Aim:
- To provide theoretical and practical training in the UKMap product suite.
Objectives:
- To explain the structure and components of the UKMap database.
- To provide practical training in using UKMap.
- To describe applications and uses of UKMap within an organisation.
- To outline the update
Day 1
UKMap Product Suite Overview
Synopsis of the product suite and database structure.
Data Compilation
Explanation of fieldwork compilation, digitisation and attribution process and field checking.
UKMap Topo Base
Detailed explanation of this base vector data layer; including Unique Classification Code structure.
UKMap Topo Overlay
Detailed explanation of this vector data layer that shows above ground features known as 'overlapping' features.
UKMap Topo Points
Description of the points data layer and their association to the polygon data layers.
UKMap Topo Address
Detailed explanation of how addresses are structured within the database and the different types of address record.
UKMap Topo POI
Detailed explanation of the Points of Interest classification and the types of feature that these relate.
UKMap Topo Heights
Methodological review of the creation of building heights from LiDAR data.
Day 2
UKMap Topo Ortho
Specification outline of the principle mapping source for UKMap.
UKMap Topo Terrain
Technological explanation of the data capture and processing techniques undertaken to create the Digital Terrain Model.
UKMap Topo Thematic
Description of the map layers derived from UKMap Topo components.
UKMap Accuracy, Quality and Revisions
Clarification of positional and attribute accuracy, update procedures and maintenance of UKMap.
UKMap Applications
Showcase of current and potential UKMap case studies.
Copyright, Usage & Licensing
Explanation of the copyright and licensing regulations for using UKMap.
UKMap New Developments
Future developments highlighted.
Find out more including pricing by calling Training4GIS on 01223 880077 or email info@theukmap.co.uk
