QGIS for Environmentalists
Synergie Training is one of the leading IT, Construction and Infrastructure Training Companies in the UK.
Provider
Synergie Training, UKThis course is available on the Synergie Training website.
Description
QGIS Training
Who is it for?
The course is for anyone wishing to learn how to use geographic information software, with particular emphasis on those who work in ecology, conservation and the environment. It is aimed at the beginner with no requirement for prior knowledge of GIS, but you should have basic computer skills.
What will I get out of it?
- Skills to create, manage, analyse and present geographically referenced data
- Knowledge to take a project from start to finish
- Ability to identify and troubleshoot some of the most common issues
- A broad understanding of how to create GIS/data workflows
- Application of techniques to improve efficiency
- Greater confidence with the creation of quality outputs
- Training manual, with exercises, and flash drive to act as a reminder
What topics are covered?
- Overview of GIS
- Adding data and moving around the map
- Working with layers; creating and displaying, and digitising
- Accessing free online data
- Analysis and geoprocessing
- Basic cartography including, symbology, thematic mapping & labelling
- Creating a professional output with print composer
Who delivering it?
Nevis’ Head of GIS and Data Management Lucy Arnold
Duration: 2 Days
Cost: £375 + VAT
QGIS Training Scotland, Inverness, Aberdeen, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dunfermline and other sites throughout the UK including onsite closed company courses are available.
About Synergie Training
Synergie Training is one of the leading IT, Construction and Infrastructure Training Companies in the UK.
Construction & Infrastructure – Synergie Training is recognised throughout the Construction and Civil Engineering sectors in both the UK and Internationally and are Scotland’s leading NEC3/ NEC4, CDM 2015 and Temporary Works Training provider and the UK’s leading CDM Principal Designer training company.
Information Technology – Synergie Training is an authorised Microsoft Academy offering a full range of Applications, High Level Technical Training and Consultancy both in the UK and Internationally. We specialise in Microsoft SCCM training and consultancy and are Scotland’s leading Information Security Training Company.
Synergie Training is an approved CITB, APS and IEMA Accredited Training Centre and holds ISO:9001, ISO: 14001 and OHSAS:45001 quality standard certifications. We are also a Pearson VUE test centre for the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) exams.
Peatland Training Fund
The Peatland Training Fund, was established by NatureScot Peatland ACTION to support those already working in peatland restoration or keen to start, by providing the opportunity to develop their skills and to grow and develop in the sector.
