Course Outline
Introduction to Pix4D Matic and Pix4D Survey
- Overview of photogrammetry workflows within civil and geological contexts
- Planning projects and defining data requirements
- Navigating the interface and understanding key differences between Matic and Survey
Data Import and Image Pre-processing
- Importing drone imagery and configuring coordinate systems
- Conducting initial image quality checks and dataset cleaning
- Managing control points: GCPs and checkpoints
Generating 2D and 3D Outputs in Pix4D Matic
- Photogrammetric calibration and densifying point clouds
- Creating orthomosaics and textured 3D models
- Generating digital surface and terrain models
Geospatial Analysis in Pix4D Survey
- Importing point clouds from Pix4D Matic
- Cleaning and classifying data for geological or civil analysis
- Vectorising features manually and automatically
Contour Lines and Volume Calculations
- Creating 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
- Integrating with CAD, GIS, and BIM environments
- Documenting and presenting projects
Practical Project and Troubleshooting
- Comprehensive project walkthrough using actual geospatial data
- Identifying common pitfalls and applying data validation techniques
- Best practices for intermediate users
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A solid grasp of fundamental geospatial data principles
- Prior experience handling aerial or drone imagery
- A basic understanding of civil or geological site assessments
Target Audience
- Geologists
- Civil Engineers
- Surveyors and geospatial specialists
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.
