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Explore the world of cartography with the QGIS Cartography course. Uncover the power of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and learn to create visually compelling maps. Delve into sections covering labels, symbology, base layers, and project setup. Discover techniques for styling water and land elements, and access valuable resources to enhance your cartography skills.
Learning Outcomes:
Understand the fundamentals of cartography and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Learn to effectively label features on maps for clarity and readability.
Explore various symbology techniques to visualize data and convey information.
Create and customize base layers to provide context to your maps.
Set up projects in QGIS, including organizing data and defining map layouts.
Develop skills in styling water elements to enhance map aesthetics.
Master the art of land styling, emphasizing topography and terrain representation.
Access additional resources to expand your knowledge and cartographic expertise.
Why buy this QGIS Cartography?
Unlimited access to the course for forever
Digital Certificate, Transcript, student ID all included in the price
Absolutely no hidden fees
Directly receive CPD accredited qualifications after course completion
Receive one to one assistance on every weekday from professionals
Immediately receive the PDF certificate after passing
Receive the original copies of your certificate and transcript on the next working day
Easily learn the skills and knowledge from the comfort of your home
Certification
After studying the course materials of the QGIS Cartography you will be able to take the MCQ test that will assess your knowledge. After successfully passing the test you will be able to claim the pdf certificate for £5.99. Original Hard Copy certificates need to be ordered at an additional cost of £9.60.
Who is this course for?
This QGIS Cartography course is ideal for
GIS enthusiasts interested in mastering cartographic techniques.
Geographers, urban planners, and environmental scientists seeking to enhance their mapping skills.
Professionals involved in spatial data visualization and analysis.
Students and researchers in fields related to geography, geospatial sciences, and urban planning.
Prerequisites
This QGIS Cartography was made by professionals and it is compatible with all PC’s, Mac’s, tablets and smartphones. You will be able to access the course from anywhere at any time as long as you have a good enough internet connection.
Career path
GIS Analyst – Average Earnings: £25,000 – £40,000 per year.
Cartographer – Average Earnings: £25,000 – £35,000 per year.
Geospatial Data Specialist – Average Earnings: £30,000 – £45,000 per year.
Urban Planner – Average Earnings: £25,000 – £40,000 per year.
Environmental Scientist – Average Earnings: £25,000 – £40,000 per year.
Section 01: Introduction | |||
Introduction | 00:01:00 | ||
Section 02: Labels | |||
Labeling Basics | 00:03:00 | ||
Labeling – Text Properties | 00:02:00 | ||
Label Formatting | 00:06:00 | ||
Label Buffers | 00:04:00 | ||
Labels – Backgrounds | 00:03:00 | ||
Label Shadows | 00:03:00 | ||
Labeling Callouts (Leader Lines) | 00:03:00 | ||
Labels – Placement | 00:04:00 | ||
Labels – Rendering | 00:05:00 | ||
Labeling Over Orthos | 00:06:00 | ||
Fine Tuning Labels | 00:03:00 | ||
Section 03: Symbology | |||
Styling Single Points Lines and Polygons | 00:11:00 | ||
Styling Categorical Data | 00:08:00 | ||
Styling Graduated Data | 00:04:00 | ||
Shapeburst Fills | 00:03:00 | ||
Texture Fills | 00:04:00 | ||
Inverted Polygons | 00:03:00 | ||
Advanced Lines | 00:08:00 | ||
Section 04: Base Layers | |||
XYZ Tile Basemaps | 00:04:00 | ||
Getting Data from the OSM Website | 00:07:00 | ||
Getting Basemaps from the QuickMapServices Plugins | 00:05:00 | ||
Getting OSM Data with Overpass Turbo | 00:06:00 | ||
Rule Based Symbology | 00:10:00 | ||
Rule Based Labeling | 00:03:00 | ||
Bringing in Mapbox Baselayers (an Introduction) | 00:13:00 | ||
Natural Earth Data | 00:07:00 | ||
Section 05: Project Setup | |||
Setting Up a Page Layout | 00:14:00 | ||
Layout Templates | 00:05:00 | ||
Creating Map Grids (Lat & Long Graticules) | 00:08:00 | ||
Inset or Overview Maps | 00:05:00 | ||
Global Overview Maps | 00:05:00 | ||
Adding a Legend | 00:07:00 | ||
Adding Text to a Layout | 00:03:00 | ||
Adding Images | 00:05:00 | ||
Section 06: Water Styling | |||
Coastal Glow Effect | 00:03:00 | ||
Concentric Water Lines (Equally Spaced) | 00:05:00 | ||
Concentric Water Lines (Variably Spaced) | 00:08:00 | ||
Half Tone Coastal Fill Pattern | 00:06:00 | ||
Section 07: Land Styling | |||
Getting DEMs from USDA/NRCS | 00:08:00 | ||
Creating Contour Lines from DEMs (in Feet and Meters) | 00:11:00 | ||
Labeling Contour Lines | 00:06:00 | ||
Drop Shadowing Polygon Features | 00:03:00 | ||
Section 08: Resources | |||
Resources – QGIS Cartography | 00:00:00 | ||
Assignment | |||
Assignment – QGIS Cartography | 00:00:00 |
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