Education

Fundamentals of Mapping - Comprehensive Introduction to Topographic Maps

Map Projections
Datum
Latitude and Longitude - Geographic Coordinates
UTM - Universal Transverse Mercator
Introduction to Topographic Maps and Contour Lines
Contour Lines and Terrain Features - Valley, Ridge, Gully
Contour Lines and Terrain Features - Mountain Pass, Cliff, Depression
Explore landforms and terrain features in Google Earth (functionality will be added to the new version of map makers also) - Example: http://youtu.be/EfDgTPWpMK4
Topographic Map Symbols and Legend
Map Scale and Distance Measurement
Slope Calculation in Topographic Maps
Elevation Profile and Vertical Exaggeration
Earth's Magnetic Field and Magnetic Poles
Compass Basics
Magnetic Declination - Magnetic Inclination

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