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South Africa   ·   +27 21 975 7043   ·   [email protected]

MMS Design · Practical training

The next step in your working knowledge.

Build confidence in Model Maker, Survey Maker, Road Maker and irrigation design. Find your course, tell us what your team needs, and help us plan the next group.

01 · Tell us what you need

Choose a course, team size and preferred location.

02 · We plan a suitable group

We review demand and propose a date and venue.

03 · Confirm when it suits you

Review the arrangements before confirming your places.

Choose your course

Practical skills. A clear next step.

Published course prices include 15% VAT. Dates and arrangements are confirmed separately.

9 training options

Model Maker · 1 day

Introduction

R2 700 incl. VAT

Start here if you are new to Model Maker. No CAD or surveying experience required.

What you will cover
  • Survey basics and coordinates
  • Points, contours and basic CAD
  • Import, export and drawing output

Model Maker · 2 days

Intermediate / Advanced

R5 400 incl. VAT

For users with three months of Model Maker experience or the MMS beginner course.

What you will cover
  • Survey data and triangulation
  • Platforms, cut and fill, volumes
  • Analysis, strings and drawing output

Survey Maker · 1 day

Introduction

R2 700 incl. VAT

An introductory overview of the interface and core surveying tools.

What you will cover
  • Data import and reduction
  • Dataset tools and network adjustment
  • CAD checks and cadastral plan overview

Survey Maker · 2 days

Full course

R5 400 incl. VAT

Work through survey data management and cadastral workflows.

What you will cover
  • Settings, data management and adjustment
  • Erven files, error checks and area lists
  • Cadastral plans and drawing layouts

Road Maker · 1 day

Introduction

R2 700 incl. VAT

An introduction to road design and integration with Model Maker.

What you will cover
  • Horizontal and vertical alignment
  • Design layers and special features
  • Earthworks, setting out and plotting overview

Road Maker · 2 days

Advanced

R5 400 incl. VAT

Build on the Model Maker Introduction course with detailed road design.

What you will cover
  • Alignment and road design data
  • Cut and fill, setting out and plotting
  • Road networks and rehabilitation

Irrigation design · 3 days

Irrimaker

R8 100 incl. VAT

From irrigation planning to in-field design and water supply documentation.

What you will cover
  • Day 1: Planning and preparation
  • Day 2: In-field design
  • Day 3: Water supply and documentation

Online training · ½ day

Focused session

On request

A live screen-share session shaped around your questions and experience.

What you will cover
  • Introductory or advanced topics
  • Focused practical examples
  • Live questions and answers

Skill-Up Friday · 2 hours

Practical skills

Free

Small sessions covering practical surveying equipment and software workflows.

What you will cover
  • CHCNAV GNSS and LandStar
  • Model Maker and Road Maker
  • Up to six attendees; enquire about availability

Prefer to learn at your own pace? Explore the digital Model Maker introduction.

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Training that fits your team.

You do not need to choose a date yet. Tell us the course, how many people need training and where you would prefer to attend.

Not sure which level is right? Choose “Help me choose” and tell us about your experience.

What happens after registration?

We review interest, plan a suitable session and contact you with the proposed arrangements. Your enquiry is not a confirmed booking.

Can I request online or on-site training?

Yes. Select your preference and describe the topics you need. Availability and arrangements are confirmed with you.

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Wide-coverage dual-camera LiDAR for demanding UAV surveys

Up to 2,100 m range

Up to 2,000 kHz pulse rate

Up to 16 returns

1.85 kg integrated system

CHCNAV AlphaAir 6 Dual (AA6D)

Capture LiDAR and high-quality imagery across wide corridors and large-area projects with dual 26 MP APS-C cameras and a 110° horizontal field of view.

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