Basic Aeronautical Cartography
Introduction
Objectives
At the end of this course the Participant will be able to
- provide the participants with the themes of Cartography science and how to use it in representation of Air Navigation & Aerodromes data "Aeronautical Charts “.
- Bbe familiar with the Scale, Projections, Directions, Geographical Coordinates, WGS-84, and Topography and Relief Representation.
- Read the topographic maps and extract the data from it such as obstacles and the aerodrome General geographical features needed to the ICAO Aeronautical Charts production.
- To be familiar with the principals of drawing maps and reading all Aviation Charts.
- Enable the participants to know how to produce different kinds of Aeronautical Charts according to the Phases of flight.
- Draw, check and amend general maps and Aeronautical Charts.
- Produce all types of AIP charts using automation software's (Local software or UATS software).
- Demonstrate and be familiar with ICAO aeronautical charts and will be able to draw, check and adjust general maps and Aeronautical Charts.
Who Sould Attend
- ATC AIS and ATS Officers
- Cartographers
Course Content
- Module 0 - Introduction
- Module 01 - Geodesy
- Module 02 - Types of Aeronautical Charts and Chart Groups
- Module 03 - Aeronautical Charts
Prerequisite
- Master The Oral And Written Expression of English Language.
- Participants must prove an aviation background through: ICAO Course 051 or ICAO Course 021.