Course Outline
Introduction to Pix4D Matic and Pix4D Survey
- Overview of photogrammetry workflows in civil and geological contexts
- Project planning and defining data requirements
- Interface orientation and key distinctions between Matic and Survey
Data Import and Image Pre-processing
- Importing drone imagery and configuring coordinate systems
- Initial image quality assessment and dataset cleaning
- Managing control points: GCPs and checkpoints
Generating 2D and 3D Outputs in Pix4D Matic
- Photogrammetric calibration and point cloud densification
- Creating orthomosaics and 3D textured models
- Generation of digital surface and terrain models
Geospatial Analysis in Pix4D Survey
- Importing point clouds from Pix4D Matic
- Data cleaning and classification for geological or civil analysis
- Manual and automatic vectorization of features
Contour Lines and Volume Calculations
- Generating and refining contour lines
- Computing cut and fill volumes
- Applications in erosion analysis, site grading, and excavation
Exporting Results and Collaboration
- Exporting orthophotos, DTMs, and vector layers
- Integration with CAD, GIS, and BIM environments
- Project documentation and presentation techniques
Practical Project and Troubleshooting
- End-to-end project walkthrough using real geospatial data
- Addressing common pitfalls and data validation methods
- Best practices for intermediate users
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Familiarity with fundamental geospatial data concepts
- Experience handling aerial or drone imagery
- A basic understanding of civil or geological site analysis
Audience
- Geologists
- Civil Engineers
- Surveying and geospatial professionals
Testimonials (3)
Learning that the QGIS and a tool that can used by other different professionals such land survey
Bame Duncan Koko - Bentel Technologies (Pty) Ltd
Course - QGIS for Geographic Information System
How to use open satellites data for real applications
Tshering Dorji - Druk Holding and Investments
Course - Advanced Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Hands-on examples allowed us to get an actual feel for how the program works. Good explanations and integration of theoretical concepts and how they relate to practical applications.
