Description
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) became essential tools not only in academic research but also in our daily life. GIS includes (but not limited to) mechanisms of geographic data collection, storage, visualization and analysis. The range of available technologies and application areas is wide and the choice of solution depends on issues concerned and level of computer literacy.The present course introduces geospatial data visualization (mapping) using QGIS, the most popular open-source free GIS package. Participants will develop basic understanding of spatially referenced data and familiarize themselves with GIS mapping principles. The online sessions followed by individual work will equip participants with both theoretical understanding and practical skills in visualizing societal and environmental phenomena.
Many geospatial datasets in various formats (e.g. vector / raster) are freely available online, yet they are greatly underutilized by researchers. Participants will learn what kind of data can be stored in these datasets, how to obtain, develop and share such datasets.
Period | 2021 → … |
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Event type | Course |
Degree of Recognition | International |
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