The QGIS mapping program has become the go-to software for people that want to map and analyze geospatial data using a free, open source product. Supported and continuously developed by designers world-wide, the program is replacing ArcGIS in many organizations. The program is easy to download and use but requires a bit of orientation for people that are new to mapping software.

An introductory and second level course is now available on-line from Opus Petroleum Engineering Ltd. In this course the student meets with the instructor in a video-chat environment (Zoom). With screen sharing, they work through the basics, using the program to create topograpic maps, add data layers such as roads, cut blocks, mine sites and a vast selection of data from public sources as well as data from their own GPS projects. Satellite image data can easily be added as well as Open Street Map layers. The usual time required for the on-line sessions is 5 hours and these can be scheduled into bite sized pieces scheduled to the convenience of the student.

NOTE: If you would prefer to take this course in-person, see here.

Registration

This on-line course is available for $250 plus GST.  To register or get more information contact Hailey at [email protected] and note that you are interested in the on-line version of the QGIS Intro course.

See CMIAE website for more information