GIS for Hydraulics and Utilities Infrastructure

Unlock the Power of GIS for Infrastructure Engineering

This course provides essential training for infrastructure engineers, focusing on leveraging Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to effectively manage and analyze data for robust hydraulic design and modeling. Master the tools needed to ensure data accuracy and generate reliable analysis outputs.

Key Software & Skills Covered:

• Civil 3D: Learn to export DEM and .tif files from Civil 3D, a critical first step in many GIS workflows.
• Global Mapper: Discover how to export basemaps as Shapefiles and create detailed contour maps and perform advanced 3D surface exploration. We'll cover exporting data in various formats for seamless integration.
• Google Earth: Explore the capabilities of Google Earth and its applications in spatial analysis and visualization.
• QGIS: Gain proficiency in online mapping and working with both raster and vector data. Learn to utilize XYZ tiles and other advanced features for enhanced analysis. You'll also master contour creation and 3D surface exploration within QGIS.
• HECRAS: Understand how to georeference images and create projection files for effective use of HECRAS in hydraulic modeling.

Core Skills You'll Acquire:

• Data Export & Import: Efficiently move data between Civil 3D, Global Mapper, and QGIS.
• Basemap Creation: Generate custom basemaps for your projects.
• Contour Mapping: Create accurate contour lines for terrain analysis.
• 3D Surface Modeling: Visualize and analyze terrain in 3D.
• Raster & Vector Data Management: Work effectively with different data formats.
• Georeferencing: Accurately align images and data with geographic coordinates.
• Hydraulic Modeling Prep: Prepare data for use in HECRAS.

Software Required:

• Autodesk Civil 3D
• Global Mapper
• Google Earth
• QGIS
• HECRAS

Why This Course?

This course is born from real-world challenges encountered in infrastructure projects. It’s designed to broaden your understanding and provide practical skills that will have a lasting impact on your career. You'll gain a deeper appreciation for how GIS can streamline workflows and improve project outcomes. We aim to provide practical skills that you can apply immediately and benefit from long-term. We wish you the best on your journey to mastering GIS for infrastructure!