QGIS is a powerful open-source desktop GIS application that runs on Windows, Linux, and Mac. This introductory course is designed for someone who has limited to no experience in GIS. The course covers basic theoretical concepts in GIS, the application layout, common tools, and analytical methods. Participants will gain a basic understanding of GIS, how to conduct basic analysis, and how to make a map layout. Specifically, participants in this course will:

• get an overview of the QGIS user interface,
• create map layouts using the Layout Manager,
• create new point, line, and polygon layers,
• conduct overlay analysis,
• conduct terrain analysis using a LiDAR-derived DEM,
• analyze multispectral imagery to quantify vegetation abundance and health,
• and export data to various formats.

Primary Instructor: Cliff Patterson, PhD

Date: May 15th, 2025

Time: 9am to 4pm

Location: Innovation Works London, 201 King St, London, Ontario, Canada.

Price: $399 CAD per participant

Course registration includes course materials, lunch, and refreshments.

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