Are you interested in exploring the world of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)? Join us for a free, hands-on workshop designed for new learners and those looking to refresh their skills. This two-hour session from U of T’s Map and Data Library will introduce you to QGIS 3, a robust, cross-platform, open source desktop GIS software, and guide you through the essentials of working with spatial data.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Creating Projects: Organize your work, combining data sources, maps, and tools.
- Adding Data: Work with a variety of spatial and non-spatial datasets from various sources..
- Exploring and Managing Data: Use attribute tables, understand map projections, and perform geoprocessing.
- Symbology and Labeling: Design data-driven cartographic visualizations.
- Resources: How you can access ongoing support from the Map and Data Library, including help finding data and one-on-one consultations.
Along the way, we’ll discuss GIS fundamentals and workflows to help you understand how spatial data can support your research. There will be time for Q&A, so bring your questions!
- Audience: U of T students and researchers.
- Prerequisites: None - this workshop is beginner-friendly. If you already have experience with QGIS, you may wish to jump ahead to our Spatial Analysis or Python sessions.
- Requirements: You must join the session from a computer with QGIS 3 installed in order to follow along with the technical segment. Download it for free here: https://qgis.org/download/
- Instructor: Cole White, GIS Analyst
- Location: Virtual, on Zoom
Don’t miss this opportunity to build valuable technical skills and take your first steps with QGIS. We'll look forward to seeing you there!
MDL is committed to making our workshops accessible to everyone. If you'd like to discuss how we can best meet any accessibility needs you may have and help you get the most out of this workshop, please contact Cole White (cole.white@utoronto.ca).