Want to master geographic data with QGIS? In this one-on-one course, you’ll learn how to create maps, perform spatial analyses, and process geographic information in QGIS. With personalized guidance and hands-on assignments, you’ll apply the theory directly to real-world datasets and develop the skills to effectively manage and visualize geodata.
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) help us better understand and analyze the world by making spatial data visual and accessible. GIS combines mapping technology, statistical analysis, and databases to process information from various sources and display it on digital maps. This allows users to recognize patterns, discover connections, and make more informed decisions.
GIS is widely used across various sectors. Urban planners use it to determine the best locations for new roads and residential areas. Environmental scientists monitor changes in natural areas, while emergency services use GIS to quickly find the most efficient routes in emergency situations. Businesses also use it, for example, to analyze the best location for a new store. Thanks to its ability to combine data from various sources, GIS makes it easier to investigate complex issues and make strategic decisions.
QGIS is a powerful and user-friendly open-source GIS software that allows you to manage, analyze, and visualize spatial data. It is a popular alternative to commercial GIS solutions because it is free yet offers extensive functionality. Governments, researchers, and professionals around the world use QGIS for their geographic analyses.
What makes QGIS so valuable is its flexibility and broad support for various GIS file formats and databases, such as PostgreSQL/PostGIS. The software offers tools for advanced analysis, map creation, and reporting. For example, you can use it to analyze satellite imagery, create topographic maps, or combine geographic data with statistical data.
In addition, QGIS is constantly being improved by an active community of developers and users. This ensures the software remains up-to-date and meets the latest GIS requirements. Whether you’re just starting out or already have experience, QGIS offers all the tools you need to use geographic data effectively.
In this course, you’ll be introduced to the key features of QGIS and learn how to import, edit, and visualize geographic data in various file formats. Attention is given to both raster and vector data, providing you with insights into creating contour lines, relief maps, and 3D models. In addition, you’ll discover how to link and integrate various data sources within QGIS and learn to work with WMS, WCS, WFS, GPS Exchange Format (GPX), and SpatiaLite. You’ll delve into applying georeferences and creating maps, while also learning how to perform spatial analyses and generate valuable insights. Upon completion of the course, you will be able to work independently with QGIS and effectively use geodata for spatial analyses and project visualizations.
Do you already have extensive experience with QGIS? Then the Blended Learning QGIS Advanced course might be a better choice for you.
Blended learning combines independent online learning with practical, interactive sessions, allowing you to gain theoretical knowledge while learning to work with QGIS right away. In the online modules, you’ll learn how to manage geodata, create maps, and perform spatial analyses. You’ll discover how to combine different data sources, edit layers, and design maps using common file formats such as Shapefiles, KML, and GeoTIFF. Thanks to unlimited access to the course materials, you can review and practice the material at your own pace.
During the hands-on online sessions, you’ll apply the theory immediately. You’ll work with real datasets and receive guidance from experts to analyze and visualize geographic information. You’ll learn how to apply georeferencing, combine data, and recognize spatial patterns. This helps you not only master the technical skills but also effectively utilize geographic data for practical applications.
The combination of online learning and interactive hands-on experience ensures that you not only understand the basics of QGIS but can also immediately apply this knowledge to realistic projects. After the course, you will be able to use geographic data for urban planning, environmental analyses, and infrastructure projects, and you will be able to transform spatial data into valuable insights.
You’ll receive 1-on-1 guidance. After signing up, our course coordinator will contact you to schedule your first session.
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Do you have questions about the course content? Or are you unsure whether the course aligns with your learning goals or preferences? Would you prefer an in-house or private course? We’d be happy to help.
After the course, you’ll have another two weeks to ask the instructor questions. Since the instructor is already teaching other courses, it’s best to email your questions to info@geo-ict.nl. Your question will be forwarded to the instructor, and you’ll receive a response within 24 hours.
If you’re a bit further along and encounter practical problems you can’t solve on your own, it’s best to use Online Support. You’ll spend one day online with the instructor and receive personalized one-on-one instruction. All your problems will be resolved, and you’ll have made significant progress.
If you run into problems in practice that you can’t solve on your own, you have two options: you can sign up for a beginner or advanced course, or you can sign up for Online Support.
You’ll spend a day online with an instructor and receive personalized one-on-one instruction. All your problems will be resolved, and you’ll have made significant progress.
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All courses are taught in person. Course hours are from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Coffee, tea, lunch, and a laptop are provided.
Taking a course online is also possible, but we only offer hybrid courses in exceptional cases. If you wish to participate in a course online, please indicate this during registration—select “Online” as the location. If that is not possible, this course will only be offered on-site in Apeldoorn.
Yes, we do this regularly. Our instructor will come to your location and bring laptops for the participants. All you need to do is arrange a classroom at your location.
Please email your requirements to info@geo-ict.nl, and we will send you a quote. Once you’ve confirmed the order, our course coordinator will contact you to schedule the training days.
After each course, participants receive a link to our evaluation portal. There, you can share your feedback on what you liked and didn’t like about the course. We always do our very best, but of course, there may be times when you have a complaint. Click on “Complaints Procedure.” It explains what steps you can take. Geo-ICT Training Center, Netherlands is a member of the Dutch Council for Training and Education (NRTO).
After the course, we will email you a link to our evaluation portal. There, you can log in and fill out an evaluation form, and you can also download your certificate of participation.
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