GRID3 Learning Management System

Introduction aux SIG pour les études de population et de développement, à l'aide de QGIS

Un programme de formation en ligne ouvert de GRID3. Il s'agit d'une voie d'apprentissage pour utiliser les données et les technologies géospatiales pour le développement durable.
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• Engagement de temps : environ 20 heures
• Format : Apprentissage à son propre rythme, avec le soutien de la communauté*
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This course takes a broad look at the geospatial sector. Using accessible and non-technical language it addresses the question "What is a GIS, and what can this technology do for me?"

Who is it for?
It provides an important foundation to those who intend to progress to the practical GIS courses. However, it is also suitable as a stand-alone course for anyone looking at the big picture, wanting to know the potential gains and risks of developing geospatial capabilities.

Pre-requisites : None, other than a keen interest in Geospatial
Estimated learning time : 45 minutes
For more information: full course description PDF

This course will introduce the QGIS user interface, getting you familiar with the main tools and functions, to get you going quickly with GIS!

Who is it for?
Newcomers to GIS or those who want to get familiar with QGIS software. It is relevant for those working in government administration or NGOs, especially in health, education, population (census) or regional/national infrastructure.

Pre-requisites : General IT skills and familiar with Excel/spreadsheets
Estimated learning time : 2 hours
For more information: full course description PDF

This course is about understanding coordinate reference systems, including map projections, which are used in different countries and regions of the world. Understanding CRS is crucial for accurate positioning of spatial data.

Who is it for?
Newcomers to GIS or those who need to understand issues around coordinate systems, issues which can cause errors for the GIS user.

Pre-requisites : Basic understanding of QGIS user interface
Estimated learning time : 2 hours
More information: full course description PDF

Selections and queries are a set of techniques for sorting through a dataset, in order to isolate the records or features that you want to study. These are essential skills for a GIS user.

Who is it for?
Although Skills taught in this course are applicable to GIS users in most sectors, it is especially relevant for those working in government administration or NGOs, in health, education, population (census) or regional/national infrastructure.

Pre-requisites : Foundation skills in QGIS (see Courses A001 to A005)
Estimated learning time : 2 hours
More information: full course description PDF

Now that you have explored QGIS and you understand how to work with spatial data, it is time to share that data as a map with your audience. Remember that the power of GIS comes from being able to communicate complex geographic realities in terms that can be understood by a non-technical audience. Therefore, understanding how to create the map is fundamental!

Who is it for?
Applicable to all GIS users, in any sector. The course focuses on the mechanics of how to produce a standard GIS map.

Pre-requisites : Foundation skills in QGIS (see Courses A001 to A005)
Estimated learning time : 1.5 hours
More information: full course description PDF

This case study looks at the process of batch producing multiple maps in QGIS – a set of functions known as Map Atlas. This process can deliver significant efficiencies when tasked with producing large volumes of maps. To illustrate the functionality, we continue with our microplanning use case, i.e. local level planning procedures for health service provision.

Who is it for? This is an intermediate level GIS training course, intended for current users of QGIS software. The GIS skills and techniques covered in this training could apply to any sector or industry, however it is especially relevant to those working in the health sector in low- and middle-income countries.

Pre-requisites : Proficiency with core basic functions of QGIS and an understanding of spatial data; it is recommended to complete our course on Basic Map Production (or have equivalent skills).
Estimated learning time : 2.5 hours