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Introduction to QGIS In-Person

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Date:
Monday, February 8, 2021
Time:
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Time Zone:
Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Libraries:
Remote
Type:
  Data Services classes     Love Data Week  
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QGIS is an open source software package for geospatial analysis. This introductory workshop covers simple GIS analyses and visualizations within QGIS.
Software:

QGIS (see alternative builds for some Mac OS downloads)
Duration: 90 min

Room description:

During the Spring 2021 semester, tutorials are remote and require NYU sign on to access
Prerequisites: No prior knowledge of GIS is required. If attending virtually, you must download and install QGIS to follow along (see instructions)
Skills Taught / Learning Outcomes:
  • Perform basic geoprocessing operations for preparing vector GIS data
  • Convert tabular data to a GIS data format
  • Conduct geographic analyses using standard GIS tools and vector data
  • Create thematic maps using the principles of map projections, data classification, symbolization, and cartographic design
  • Locate GIS data on the web and consider the merits of different data sources
  • Identify other GIS topics (tools and techniques for analysis), data formats (raster, vector), and software (open source and ArcGIS) to pursue for future study
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Additional Training Materials:

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GIS Practicum with Frank Donnelly (CUNY Baruch)
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