Target Fundamentals | February 2026

Participants will learn to use key surface mapping tools, including working with databases, assigning projection information, and creating and displaying gridded data. Drillhole data management tools for importing collar, survey, from-to, and point data and the QA/QC of drillhole data are also covered.

The course also focuses on handling drillhole data to quickly and easily create plan maps, section maps, fence diagrams, strip logs and 3D maps. Working with prepared drillhole projects, participants will explore additional topics for managing, mapping and modelling drillhole projects.

Registration includes complimentary access to Target for the duration of the course. Duration
4 x 4hr sessions (run over 4 days = 16hr)

Maximum Capacity:
10 Participants

Prerequisites

None * Please note this course is for Target Essentials desktop application, not Target for ArcMap or Target for ArcGIS Pro

What will the course cover?

• Mapping Surface Data
• Creating a Project and Importing Data
• Defining the Coordinate System
• Working with Database Tools
• Creating a Map
• Creating Contours
• Using CAD Tools
• Creating Gridded Data
• Managing Drillhole Data
• Creating a Drillhole Project and Importing Data
• Using Target QA/QC Tools
• Creating Composite Databases
• Using Drillhole Data Management Tools
• Mapping Drillhole Data
• Selecting Drillholes
• Creating a Plan Map
• Creating a Section Map
• Creating a Stacked Section Map
• Creating a Fence Diagram
• Creating a Strip Log
• Creating a 3D Map
• Implicit Modelling
• Creating Voxels
• Creating Isosurfaces
• Creating a Lithology Voxel and Contact Surface from Geology
• Extracting Slices from a Voxel
• Explicit Modelling
• Creating a Geostring File and Adding Features
• Digitizing Interpretations on Section Maps
• Editing Geostring Files
• Wireframing Interpretations
• Integrating 2D and 3D Data into Maps
• Integrating 2D and 3D Data in Maps
• Working with Geosoft 3D View files and sharing data

What take-aways will I get from the course?

• Comprehensive session notes
• Common workflow ‘cheat sheets’
• Certificate of completion

What should I have?

• Please have your own laptop with the latest version of Target installed, as well as a mouse and charger
• A stable internet connection (https://support.goto.com/meeting/system-check)
• A secondary screen is highly recommended
  
  

Seequent will provide a 14-day software training subscription for the training event.

Course Details

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Target Fundamentals

Course Cost

$1460 USD

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