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Introduction to QGIS Course – 5th and 12th March 2024- Online Course

This online course which runs over two mornings introduces the use of QGIS (an Open Source Geographic Information System (GIS)) and will explain how QGIS software can be used to undertake a range of ecological mapping functions.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, you should be able to draw a UK Habs and phase 1habitat map and use QGIS to undertake a range of other mapping tasks including use of the NE QGIS biodiversity net gain files.

Course Content

The course will include the following elements:

  • Initial Setup of QGIS;
  • Plugins;
  • Raster and Vector Files;
  • Main Controls;
  • Drawing Polgons, Line and Point Files;
  • Phase 1 & UK Habs Pallettes & Categorised Styling;
  • Buffers;
  • Use of NE QGIS biodiversity net gain files; and
  • Using Print Composer.

Course Information

  • The course will cost £60.00 per person (inclusive of VAT).
  • The course runs from 10am until 1pm on both days.
  • All attendees will be issued with a certificate of attendance.

Other Requirements

It is advisable to use QGIS with a mouse.

Contact us on 029 2065 0331 or enquiries@acerecology.co.uk for more information or to enrol.