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Introduction to QGIS

Learn the fundamental concepts and skills needed to begin using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software for the exploration and analysis of spatial data using the open source GIS package QGIS.

  • What is a GIS?
  • Spatial Data Models and Formats
  • Projections and Coordinate Systems
  • Basic Data Management
  • The QGIS User Interface
  • Basic spatial analysis
  • Selections, Joins, and Querries.
  • Basic map layout and exports

Required: You will need a fully charged laptop to participate in the hands-on exercises. A mouse is not required but strongly recommended.

Note: This workshop is open to current Stanford affiliates only. You must have a valid SUnetID to attend. A current Stanford ID is required to enter the library.

Landing page: https://sites.google.com/stanford.edu/qgis-101?usp=sharin

Date:
Friday, October 2, 2026
Time:
9:00am - 12:00pm
Time Zone:
Pacific Time - US & Canada (change)
Location:
Teaching Corner (Branner Earth Sciences Library)
Categories:
  Technical Skills  

Registrations open at 9:00am Friday, September 18, 2026

Event Organizer

David Medeiros