This course strategically integrates surveying methodologies and mapping techniques tailored specifically for Civil Infrastructure projects using QGIS Software. It provides a deep dive into the latest technologies and tools crucial in the civil engineering landscape. Aimed at engineer’s keen on understanding the geospatial intricacies of Civil Infrastructure projects, this course captures the fundamentals of location technology within the context of infrastructure development. Learners gain insights into geospatial components essential for addressing real-world challenges in the Civil Infrastructure sector.
Course Objectives
Online
5 Units
IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation
Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) of IIT Madras
and
L&T EduTech
₹1900 (inclusive of tax)
Students pursuing Diploma / UG Programs in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics and other allied branches
Basics of Surveying
10 hours
Mr. Thangaperumal S Geospatial Technology-Subject Matter Expert at L&T EduTech.
With over 8 years of professional instructional and research experience, he possesses comprehensive expertise in ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and its extensions. Proficient in QGIS, ERDAS IMAGINE, ENVI, Google Earth Engine, IDRISI Selva Edition, TerrSet, and AutoCAD 2D-3D, he excels in a diverse range of geospatial tools. He is adept in spatial analysis techniques such as 2D and 3D analysis, model automation, and web map creation across these platforms. His current research focuses on GIS-based solutions for forest mapping. His dedication extends to research and publications, with over 15 research papers in esteemed journals and active participation in national and international conferences. Additionally, he is an expert in remote sensing, geographical information systems, GNSS & GPS surveying, LiDAR surveying, and UAV (Drone) surveying
Introduction to QGIS, QGIS Features, Downloading and Installing QGIS 3.0, QGIS Interface (Toolbars, Panels & Plugins), Working with Shapefiles, The Measure and Identify Tools, Adding Attribute Data- Field Calculator & Selection Feature, Coordinate Systems and Projections, The Style Manager
Exploring Base Maps and GPS Data, Conversion of Excel to QGIS, Conversion of CAD TO QGIS, Georeferencing & Digitization Techniques for Toposheet, Open Street Maps and Google Earth Images, Creating Thematic Maps: Choropleth, Graduated Symbol, Heat & Dot Distribution Maps. Overview of QGIS in Civil Infrastructure Projects, Incorporating Geospatial Data in Civil Infrastructure Projects.
Harnessing QGIS Software for Spatial Analysis: Attribute Analysis, Spatial Relationships, Overlay Analysis, Buffer Analysis, Cluster Analysis, Hotspot and Trend Analysis, Viewshed Analysis, Network Analysis, Topology Analysis, Field Statistics Analysis, Proximity Analysis.
Exploring QGIS Software for Feature Class Analysis: Satellite Image Processing, Supervised and Unsupervised Classification, Change Detection Analysis. Leveraging QGIS Software for Terrain Analysis: Slope, Aspect & Elevation, Catchment Area delineation, Watershed Analysis.
Utilizing QGIS Software for Engineering Analysis: Profiling and Cross-Sectioning Maps, Auto Building Footprints Extraction in QGIS, creating 3D Maps, Building Web Maps for Project Visualization, Deploying Mobile App Maps with Qfield for QGIS, Integrating BIM and QGIS for Digital Twin Applications.