CARIS Bathy DataBASE: BASE Manager / Editor Course

This course explores the use of the CARIS BASE Manager in the processing and preparation of bathymetric datasets. The course uses presentations, discussions and demonstrations, and hands-on practical exercises.

Audience

Anyone wanting a more in-depth knowledge of CARIS BASE Manager and to learn more about importing, validating, compiling, analyzing and extracting bathymetric data.

Topics Include

• Survey Data Management Overview
• Concepts in bathymetry data storage and associated workflows
• Import of 3rd party data formats
• Gridded surface and 3D point cloud creation for the storage of large volume bathymetric datasets
• Data cleaning and validation using area-based cleaning tools and 3D fly-though techniques
• TIN model creation and manipulation with generation of gridded surfaces
• Surface analysis and computations (e.g. differences, extracts, vertical shift, slope and aspect mapping, etc.)
• 3D visualization for large data volumes with raster image and vector draping
• Creation of Product Surfaces (e.g. Combined surfaces)
• Creation of Bathymetry Products as properly attributed S-57 Depth Contours, Depth Areas and Sounding objects
• Prepare objects for use in chart production
• Export bathymetric data and bathymetry products to 3rd part formats

Prerequesites

• Familiarity with operating computers and software
• Familiarity with basic hydrographic concepts and terminology
• Experience with bathymetric data