Regarded as one of the best and most comprehensive GPS Training Courses in the world, 4DGlobal expert trainers have been providing an enhanced one day course to Australian Government clients for over 14 years.
Facilitated by Peter Terrett with over 20 years experience in GPS application and field use - this GPS Course is a fundamental for any Government department wanting to bring consistency of approach and improved accuracy to their field staff and resultant GPS data.
This course includes a practical exercise in GPS positioning, navigation and data capture for mapping.
Topics covered include:
- Overview of Global Positioning Service
- How position is determined
- Levels of accuracy
- Maximising performance and accuracy
- Importance of Satellite Geometric Strength (DOP)
- Environmental considerations
- Configuration, customisation and correct settings
- Software (Communication with your GPS)
- Software (Data logging and mapping)
- Field practical exercise n navigation and mapping
- Important factors in selecting a GPS receiver for a task or environment
- Map Datum, Projections and the Map grid of Australia (MGA)
- Using the GPS for both navigation and the collection of points and lines
- Import into GIS – turn your basic handheld into a powerful mapping tool
