Introduction to QGIS
Estimated cost:
R5001 – R10 000
Field Of Study:
Geographic Information Science
Department Name:
Military Geography
Objectives:
This course is aimed at students and professionals who are interested in learning the basics of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), specifically QGIS. The objectives of this course are to:1) highlight the usability of a GIS to perform basic tasks in QGIS;
2) understand key GIS concepts;
3) understand the basic functionalities and concepts available in QGIS; and
4) learn key GIS tools using QGIS. Course information
This course is presented face-to-face at the Faculty of Military Science (Saldanha Campus, SU).
Transport and accommodation expenses are for the candidate's own pocket.
A light lunch will be served for the duration of the course. Course Program
This is a three-day course, to be presented as follows (note: changes to the program might occur at short notice at the discretion of the facilitators):
Day 1
Course Introduction
Basic Theoretical Overview of GIS
Overview of FOSSGIS and QGIS
Exploring the Basics
Day 2
Preparing Your Data
Working with Your Data
Day 3
Map Composition
Entry Requirement:
Grade 12/Matric Certificate
Certificate Type:
Attendance
Delivery Mode:
Contact
Duration:
3 Days
Presentation Language:
English
Contact Person Name:
I Henrico
Contact Person Email:
ivanh@sun.ac.za
Contact Person Phone:
(022) 7023158
Latest Year Offered:
2022