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
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This course is about getting to grips with GIS Data! It encourages good practice in where to find it, how and where to store it, and documenting your work!
Who is it for?
Newcomers to GIS or those who want to develop good habits in data management, acknowledging that doing so is a critical step towards working effectively in GIS.
Pre-requisites
: General IT skills
Estimated learning time
: 1.5 hours
More information:
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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:
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