The course Digital Terrain Models offers you the chance to immerse yourself in the exciting world of geospatial analysis, a rapidly growing field that is in great demand for skilled professionals. You’ll learn how to handle data LiDAR with SAGA GIS, an essential tool for processing geographical information, and to extract valuable information from Digital Elevation Models (DEMs) using ILWIS. These skills will place you at the forefront of geospatial technologies, enabling you to interpret and model the terrain with accuracy. The growing need to manage large volumes of geographical data makes this training crucial for your professional development. Make the most of this opportunity to acquire skills that will open doors for you in sectors such as urban planning, environmental management and civil engineering. Taking part in this online course will allow you to learn flexibly, adapting to your own needs and timetable.
Digital terrain models
Science and Technology
8 pm
Introduction
Objectives
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Learning how to handle data LiDAR using SAGA GIS for effective geospatial analysis.
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To develop skills for extracting information from MDE with ILWIS precisely.
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To familiarise yourself with the SAGA GIS interface and tools in order to improve data analysis.
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Identify and apply advanced techniques for processing LiDAR in GIS environments.
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Implement methods to analyse y view digital elevation models.
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Assess the quality of the LiDAR data collected and its application in geospatial projects.
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Integrate knowledge ILWIS and SAGA GIS to solve digital topography problems.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. WORKING WITH LIDAR DATA USING SAGA GIS
Aims of the topic
The LAS/LAZ format
Introduction to SAGA GIS
LiDAR data analysis
Introduction to LASTools
TEACHING UNIT 2. EXTRACTING INFORMATION FROM AN MDE USING ILWIS
Aims of the topic
The ILWIS system
Creating a DEM in ILWIS
Creating a DEM in QGIS
Analysis of digital models
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