Discover the Practices That Keep Topographic Data Accurate and Projects on Track
Discover the Practices That Keep Topographic Data Accurate and Projects on Track
Having issues with topo data for engineering design and construction? Aerial survey and lidar technology is capable of producing very dense, high-accuracy digital elevation and surface models for analysis and design, but there are several common pitfalls that cause costly delays and potential rework. RRC Remote Sensing and Geospatial Services SME, Karen Schuckman, explains the benefits of well-defined technical specifications, best practices for QA/QC of survey and topo data, and ways to avoid problems that impact engineering and construction workflows.
Date: June 25, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM CST
About the Webinar:
Accurate topographic data is critical for successful engineering design and construction, but common errors in aerial survey and lidar workflows can lead to delays, budget overruns, and costly rework. This webinar will explore how to optimize the use of lidar and aerial imagery to support efficient and accurate project development. Whether you're in early-stage planning or finalizing construction documentation, understanding how to leverage reliable topographic data can make a significant difference in project outcomes.
What You'll Learn:
Who Should Attend:
This webinar is ideal for engineers, project developers, and renewable energy professionals seeking to improve their approach to wind turbine foundation design through effective geotechnical practices.
Register now to build your knowledge and strengthen your next project. In the words of one of RRC's Clients, “Not attending can cost your project more than one hour of your time.”
Karen Schuckman is the Subject Matter Expert on Remote Sensing and Geospatial Services at RRC. She is also an Associate Teaching Professor of Geography at Penn State University, where she teaches remote sensing and geospatial technology. In addition to her work at RRC and academic pursuits, Karen serves as the Executive Director of the American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing. Her contributions to the geospatial field are significant. Karen led the utilization of remotely sensed imagery during the Hurricane Katrina response and spearheaded lidar acquisition for the first phase of the North Carolina Floodplain Mapping Program, among many other projects. Before that, she worked with the USGS National Mapping Division and served as Vice-Chair of the NOAA Advisory Committee on Commercial Remote Sensing.
Date: June 25, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM CST
About the Webinar:
Accurate topographic data is critical for successful engineering design and construction, but common errors in aerial survey and lidar workflows can lead to delays, budget overruns, and costly rework. This webinar will explore how to optimize the use of lidar and aerial imagery to support efficient and accurate project development. Whether you're in early-stage planning or finalizing construction documentation, understanding how to leverage reliable topographic data can make a significant difference in project outcomes.
What You'll Learn:
- How lidar and aerial surveys generate topographic data for engineering and construction
- Pitfalls and errors in topographic datasets, and how to prevent them
- Best practices for writing technical specifications for survey deliverables
- Proven QA/QC workflows to ensure accuracy and reliability
- Strategies to streamline engineering workflows and reduce rework
- Examples of topographic data issues and solutions in renewable energy projects
Who Should Attend:
This webinar is ideal for engineers, project developers, and renewable energy professionals seeking to improve their approach to wind turbine foundation design through effective geotechnical practices.
Register now to build your knowledge and strengthen your next project. In the words of one of RRC's Clients, “Not attending can cost your project more than one hour of your time.”
Karen Schuckman is the Subject Matter Expert on Remote Sensing and Geospatial Services at RRC. She is also an Associate Teaching Professor of Geography at Penn State University, where she teaches remote sensing and geospatial technology. In addition to her work at RRC and academic pursuits, Karen serves as the Executive Director of the American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing. Her contributions to the geospatial field are significant. Karen led the utilization of remotely sensed imagery during the Hurricane Katrina response and spearheaded lidar acquisition for the first phase of the North Carolina Floodplain Mapping Program, among many other projects. Before that, she worked with the USGS National Mapping Division and served as Vice-Chair of the NOAA Advisory Committee on Commercial Remote Sensing.
