Training on Introduction to Mapping using QGIS
Details
This course offers a brief yet comprehensive exploration of the fundamental principles and practical skills required for creating maps and conducting spatial analysis using the QGIS software.
This course equips participants with the knowledge and tools to effectively visualize and analyze geospatial data, empowering them to make informed decisions and solve spatial problems.
Through hands-on exercises, real-world examples, and step-by-step guidance, participants will gain a solid understanding of the QGIS interface, basic mapping concepts, and key geospatial techniques.
Participants will learn how to import, manage, and manipulate geographic data, create compelling maps, and perform basic spatial analysis tasks.
Outline
Day 1: Introduction to GIS and QGIS
- Understanding the basics of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Introduction to QGIS software and its capabilities
- Navigating the QGIS interface and tools
- Importing and managing geospatial data in QGIS
Day 2: Data Visualization and Styling
- Creating compelling maps with QGIS
- Applying symbology and styling techniques
- Working with different types of spatial data (points, lines, polygons)
- Labeling and annotation for map readability
Day 3: Spatial Analysis Techniques
- Performing basic spatial analysis operations in QGIS
- Conducting spatial queries and selections
- Buffering and overlay analysis
- Calculating distance, area, and other geometric properties
Day 4: Data Integration and Geoprocessing
- Joining and relating attribute data in QGIS
- Geoprocessing operations for data transformation and analysis
- Spatial interpolation techniques
- Creating derived datasets and generating new variables
Day 5: Map Layout and Printing
- Designing and customizing map layouts in QGIS
- Adding map elements (legends, scale bars, north arrows)
- Exporting and printing high-quality maps
- Georeferencing scanned maps and images
Special Offer
Schedules
| Weekdays | 09:00 AM — 05:00 PM |
| Weekdays | 09:00 AM — 05:00 PM |
| Weekdays | 09:00 AM — 05:00 PM |
| Weekdays | 09:00 AM — 05:00 PM |
| Weekdays | 09:00 AM — 05:00 PM |
| Weekdays | 09:00 AM — 05:00 PM |
| Weekdays | 09:00 AM — 05:00 PM |
| Weekdays | 09:00 AM — 05:00 PM |
| Weekdays | 09:00 AM — 05:00 PM |
| Weekdays | 09:00 AM — 05:00 PM |
| No. of Days: | 5 |
| Total Hours: | 40 |
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