QGIS - Geographic Information Systems - AulaGEO
What you'll learn
- Learn QGIS from zero
- Create, import data, analyze and generate final maps
- Learn doing, through step by step use cases - All in the same environment of data.
Requirements
- The course is from scratch. So it can be taken by a geo-engineering professional or a design enthusiast.
Description
Course Description:
In this course, we’ll teach you how to perform key Geographic Information System (GIS) tasks using QGIS, an open-source software, while replicating the functionality found in ArcGIS Pro. Originally created in Spanish, this course has been adapted for English speakers, ensuring that the exercises and concepts are easy to understand regardless of language barriers.
Whether you're transitioning from ArcGIS Pro or you're new to GIS, this course will guide you through essential GIS tasks such as importing data, thematizing based on attributes, georeferencing images, and more—all using free software. With AulaGEO’s step-by-step approach, you’ll learn gradually, allowing you to apply each concept as you move forward.
Key Learning Points:
Learn to perform ArcGIS Pro tasks using QGIS, a powerful open-source GIS software.
Import CAD data and Excel coordinates to QGIS for GIS tasks.
Master attribute-based thematization, rule-based calculations, and layout printing.
Explore digitization tricks and georeferencing of images.
Gain hands-on experience with exercises using real-life examples.
Get access to downloadable materials so you can practice every skill learned in the course.
Course Orientation: Using AulaGEO's methodology, the course will guide you through the entire process, starting from simple steps and gradually moving to more complex ones. By the end of the course, you will feel confident using QGIS for a wide range of GIS tasks, including data import, thematization, analysis, and more.
Target Audience: This course is designed for anyone interested in GIS, from beginners who want to explore open-source GIS software to experienced professionals transitioning from proprietary systems like ArcGIS Pro.
Languages: This course is in English with the interface and software demonstrations in Spanish. Subtitles are available in multiple languages, making it accessible to a wider audience.
Course Curriculum:
Section 1: Getting Started with QGIS
Class 1: Let's Start with QGIS
Class 2: Data Selection
Class 3: Bookmarks - Bookmarking Locations
Section 2: Working with Data
Class 4: Import XY Data from Excel
Lecture 5: Data Symbology
Lecture 6: Editing Attribute Data
Class 7: Labeling Attributes
Class 8: Digitizing Geographic Information
Class 9: Georeferencing Images
Section 3: Data Analysis
Lecture 10: Influence Analysis - Buffer
Section 4: Publishing with QGIS
Class 11: Map Generation for Layout Printing
Practical Exercises:
Exercise 1: Import CAD Data to GIS
Exercise 2: Import Coordinates from Excel to Divide a Polygon
Exercise 3: Area Calculation and Field Composition
Exercise 4: Buffer Analysis
Exercise 5: Attribute Labeling
Exercise 6: Theming by Attributes
Exercise 7: Digitization Tips
Exercise 8: Georeferencing Images
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to confidently use QGIS to perform tasks that are typically done in ArcGIS Pro—but using open-source tools. Whether you're looking to enhance your GIS skills or switch to open-source software, this course will provide all the knowledge and hands-on practice you need.
Who this course is for:
- Everyone who wants to improve their profile and expand their opportunities in geospatial design and analysis.
- GIS users which have used ArcGIS and want to learn how to do the process with QGIS
Instructors
Researcher, writer and rich content creator.
More than 25 years working int the Geospatial and AEC industries:
-Infrastructure and civil work projects management
-CAD / GIS / Surveying & Construction training
-Land and Cadastre projects
-Land Administration and development projects
Golgi Alvarez is the founder of the Geofumadas website, with more than 1.900 articles about CAD, GIS, Surveying, Cadastre, BIM, Digital Twin and other trend topics. The website is over 170.000 visitors per month and 21.000 followers in twitter.
Golgi Alvarez is the founder of the TwinGeo magazine, attending on site conferences in USA, UK, Netherlands, Singapore, India, Spain, Mexico, Colombia, Chile, Guatemala and other countries.
Golgi Alvarez is the founder of the AulaGEO Academy, with more than 150 courses focused in geospatial, engineering and operation of land and infrastructure projects.
Copyright:
All the content of the AulaGEO Academy it´s owned and managed by Golgi Alvarez.
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