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QGIS for beginners flood risk map
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Course duration: 1 Day

CPD Points: 4

Applied GIS for Absolute Beginners

In this 1 day course you'll learn the fundamentals of geospatial data, technology & software in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. Cut through all the jargon and learn the first steps of a new transferable skill. This is a practical course using a series of instructor led exercises and tasks with the support of a fully illustrated step-by-step guide that is yours to keep.

Learning Outcomes

Getting Started

Introduction to the software, user interface and how to configure and customise for your needs. You'll learn the key terminology and how GIS can be used in the Environment, Transport & Ecology Sector.

Creating & Editing Vector Data

Learn to create, load, edit and export vector datasets. You'll gain experience of a range of open-data sources and work with the attributes as well as learning how to join spatial & non-spatial data.

Styling your data

You'll learn how to apply colour and labels for your data using simple styles as well as more complex data driven methods. Understanding best practise for different methods for you to create compelling visuals.

Sourcing data

When you're new to GIS you'll want to know where to find accurate & reliable data from legitimate sources. You'll have a list of data sources to get you started for the Environment Sector.

Queries & research

Learn how to perform queries on your data using selections, calculations, filtering and expressions. You can then use these skills to create workflows on regularly performed actions.

Storing data

Learn the best practise for storing & sharing data whether it's just for you or for your organisation. You'll also learn how to export, save and share data.

Printing & sharing your maps

Learn to use the print layouts to create map outputs for printing and sharing.

Further learning resources

You'll receive a terminology cheat sheet, data sources list and further learning resources to help you embed your new skills.

Downloads

Download a detailed course outline to share with your team & to get extra detail on the learning outcomes. 

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What you'll need & what you'll receive

Course pre-requisites

  • No prior knowledge of GIS is required but you should be comfortable working with computers and navigating file systems

  • A laptop or computer with QGIS installed (instructions will be provided prior to the course)

  • Using QGIS with a mouse (rather than a touch pad) and second monitor is usually beneficial

What you'll receive

  • A full day of instructor led training with small class size to ensure a good level of individual attention

  • Full instructions on installation and set up of QGIS will be provided ahead of the course

  • Sample data for you to keep

  • Full colour step by step instructional booklet & exercises PDF

  • Certificate of course completion

  • 4 CPD points

So, what's next?

Public courses

The public courses are bookable by individuals & businesses for up to 6 delegates. There is no minimum booking requirement, the course will run as long as there is at least 1 booked delegate.

 

If your business would prefer to book your staff onto a private course at no additional cost please get in touch by email or using our contact form.

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Applied QGIS for Absolute Beginners

7 hrs 30 min • £425

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