MBES Bathymetric Data Processing (MBES-2)

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This trainer-led course is dedicated to multibeam bathymetric data processing using BeamworX software (AutoPatch, GeoHammer, AutoClean) for multibeam echo sounder workflows.
Participants learn how to efficiently pre-process, calibrate, filter, interpolate, and export bathymetric survey data acquired with drone-based MBES systems. Delivered as an interactive live session, the course guides students through end-to-end processing pipelines so they can confidently deliver high-quality, verified bathymetric outputs.

What You Will Learn

After completing this course, you will be able to:
  • Prepare and review raw MBES survey data in GeoHammer for post-processing
  • Perform accurate patch-test calibration procedures using AutoPatch
  • Navigate the AutoClean interface and configure data processing projects
  • Apply point-cloud filtering methods to clean MBES bathymetric data
  • Utilize grid interpolation techniques to create continuous bathymetric surfaces
  • Export processed bathymetric results into standard industry file formats for client delivery

Training Outline

  • Module 1 – MBES Data Pre-Processing.
    Data preparation and review in GeoHammer.
  • Module 2 – Calibration Procedure.
    Patch-test calibration procedure using AutoPatch.
  • Module 3 – AutoClean Project Setup.
    AutoClean UI overview and project setup.
  • Module 4 – MBES Data Filtering.
    Point-cloud filtering methods for multibeam data.
  • Module 5 – MBES Data Interpolation.
    Grid interpolation techniques for generating digital elevation models.
  • Module 6 – Result Preparation and Export.
    Formatting and exporting final bathymetric deliverables.

Target Audience & Prerequisites

This course is intended for:
  • Hydrographic and land surveyors processing UAV-based multibeam bathymetric data
  • Drone service providers expanding into bathymetric data processing and deliverables
  • Engineers and technicians responsible for monitoring water bodies, ports, reservoirs, and coastal/underwater infrastructure
  • Survey teams using UgCS and MBES payloads who need end-to-end data processing capabilities
Prerequisites: UgCS Basics, UgCS AreaScan and True Terrain Following Missions, and MBES Bathymetric Data Collection using Drones (MBES-1).
Participants are recommended to collect their own survey data before training to use during the processing session.

Format & Delivery

  • Delivery format: live session with an instructor via Zoom or at the 
    SPH Engineering office
  • Duration: up to 4 hours
  • Group size & pricing: listed price applies to a group of up to 4 students
  • Software covered: BeamworX suite (AutoPatch, GeoHammer, AutoClean)
  • Practical focus: hands-on data processing, filtering, calibration, and export using sample or custom survey datasets
TRainer-LED course
Participants learn how to efficiently pre-process, calibrate, filter, interpolate, and export bathymetric survey data acquired with drone-based MBES systems

After completing the course, students may apply for a certificate of accomplishment issued by SPH Engineering

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