CARIS Inland ENC Workshop
INTRODUCTION
CARIS has had a long history of involvement in the S-57 data standard as it relates to Inland ENC (IENC) production, and has strong working relationships with countries and agencies that produce IENC through participation in the Inland ENC Harmonization Group (IEHG).
CARIS would like to further this working relationship by offering a three-day workshop on IENC production using CARIS tools and at the same time gain a deeper knowledge of the issues facing IENC producers in relation to data production and management.
The workshop is $500 USD per attendee and includes the use of computer equipment, the latest CARIS software, printed workshop materials, refreshments & Internet access. A welcome reception will be held on the first evening of the workshop and will be followed by sightseeing tour of Washington D.C. by open top bus.
WORKSHOP CONTENT
- Hands-on exercises and software demonstrations.
- Creation of bathymetry objects using surface creation and comparison tools.
- Use of the IENC encoding guide(s) to effectively create and update IENC objects and datasets.
- Integration with other navigational information databases for object creation and updating.
- Use of desktop tools for IENC creation and maintenance.
- Use of database production tools for creation of multiple products (IENC, paper charts, overlays and other navigation publications).
- Discussion about IENC workflows and production issues.
The featured CARIS Software will include the Bathy DataBASE, Hydrographic Production Database and the S-57 Composer.
ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA
CARIS USA is located in the historic town of Alexandria which is just 10 km from downtown Washington D.C., an easy 15 minute trip on the Metro subway. Alexandria is listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its beautiful 18th and 19th Century architecture, Alexandria combines a rich history with cutting-edge attractions, award winning restaurants and an eclectic and fashionable shopping scene.
REGISTRATION
Please register online or contact CARIS USA for information on pricing and to register by email at info@caris.com or telephone 1(703)299-9712.
