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Introduction to QGIS

QGIS is one of the most widely used open source GIS software platforms, with a range of applications that include business analytics, natural and health sciences, transportation, and more. Its suite of tools offers capabilities for data visualization, data management, spatial analysis, map creation, and more. This hands-on course for beginners will provide an overview of QGIS, including its layout and capabilities. Topics covered will include importing geographic data, styling and symbolizing data, querying and selecting data, making basic maps, and more!

 

This workshop is offered by the University Library and will be led by Philip McDaniel and Gracie Riehm

 

This workshop is being offered remotely via Zoom only. Registrants will receive a Zoom link; those on the waitlist will not receive a Zoom link unless they are bumped up to a registered spot. After the workshop, registrants and those on the waitlist will receive a link to the workshop recording.

Date:
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Time:
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Venue:
Library Data Services
Presenter:
Philip McDaniel & Gracie Riehm
Categories:
Classes and Workshops  

Registration is required. There are 97 seats available.

Contact

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Gracie Riehm

Email: geriehm@live.unc.edu
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Philip McDaniel
Philip McDaniel

Email: pmmcdani@email.unc.edu
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Library Data Services