Bearing Conversion Practice Generator
A free, browser-based calculator. Runs entirely in your browser — no sign up, nothing stored.
Practice question
Generating a question…
How to use this calculator
- Read the bearing question — a forward/back or whole-circle/quadrant conversion.
- Answer it in your head or on paper, then Reveal to check and read the explanation.
- Press New question to keep practising.
How it works
A back bearing is the forward bearing ± 180° (add if under 180°, subtract if 180° or more). Quadrant (reduced) notation expresses a whole-circle bearing relative to north or south, e.g. 135° = S 45° E.
The generator mixes both conversions with random bearings, revealing the rule and the answer each time.
Frequently asked questions
Why learn quadrant bearings?
Older plans, deeds and some instruments use quadrant (reduced) bearings, so you need to convert confidently between them and whole-circle bearings.
Is this official course material?
No. It is free study support mapped to surveying course levels — not official North Metropolitan TAFE content or advice. Always follow your lecturer and the official assessment brief, and check your own working.
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Tip: Enter any known values to calculate the remaining results.
All calculations run in your browser. Your inputs are never saved or transmitted.