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Practical Approach to Geographic Information Systems

person icon Pushpa Mahapatro

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Practical Approach to Geographic Information Systems

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updated on icon Updated on Apr, 2024

language icon Language - Hindi

person icon Pushpa Mahapatro

category icon Computer Science,Information Systems

Lectures -37

Duration -2.5 hours

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Course Description

This course provides an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and their applications in various fields. GIS is a powerful tool for capturing, storing, analyzing, and managing spatial and geographical data. The course offers a comprehensive understanding of GIS principles, software tools, and practical applications.

Course Objectives:

  • Understanding GIS Fundamentals: Students will grasp the fundamental concepts of spatial data, coordinate systems, map projections, and spatial analysis.

  • Hands-on Software Proficiency: Through practical exercises, students will gain proficiency in using industry-standard GIS software, such as QGIS, or others.

  • Spatial Analysis Techniques: Students will learn various spatial analysis techniques, including overlay analysis, proximity analysis, and raster analysis, to solve real-world problems.

  • Data Collection and Management: The course will cover data collection methods, database management, and data quality assessment in GIS.

  • Applications Across Disciplines: Students will explore the diverse applications of GIS in fields such as urban planning, environmental science, public health, and business.

  • Cartography and Map Design: Understanding cartographic principles and creating effective maps using GIS will be a key component of the course.

Course Structure:

  • Lectures: Covering fundamental concepts, theories, and practical examples of GIS applications.

  • Laboratory Sessions: Hands-on experience with GIS software, where students will work on real datasets, perform analyses, and create maps.

  • Assignments and Projects: Practical exercises and projects designed to apply learned concepts to solve real-world problems.

  • Case Studies: Reviewing and analyzing case studies that highlight successful GIS applications in different industries and research domains.


Goals

What will you learn in this course:

The primary goal of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is to capture, store, manipulate, analyze, manage, and present spatial or geographic data. GIS is a powerful technology that allows for the integration of different types of data—both spatial and non-spatial—within a geographical framework. Its main objectives include:

1. Spatial Data Handling: GIS enables the efficient handling and management of spatial data, such as maps, satellite images, and aerial photographs, by organizing them in a way that allows for easy access, retrieval, and analysis.

2. Spatial Analysis: It facilitates the analysis of spatial data, allowing for the exploration of relationships, patterns, and trends within the data. This involves various processes like overlay analysis, proximity analysis, and spatial statistics, which help in decision-making and problem-solving.

3. Visualization and Mapping: GIS allows the creation of visual representations of spatial data in the form of maps. It involves the design of maps that effectively communicate information, making complex spatial data more understandable and accessible to a wider audience.

4. Decision Support: It provides a framework for decision-making by integrating spatial data with other forms of information, enabling better-informed decisions across a spectrum of fields, including urban planning, environmental management, emergency services, public health, transportation, and more.

Prerequisites

What are the prerequisites for this course?

None

Practical Approach to Geographic Information Systems

Curriculum

Check out the detailed breakdown of what’s inside the course

Practical Approach to Geographic Information Systems using QGIS Software
37 Lectures
  • play icon PGIS Practical - Introduction & Overview 01:59 01:59
  • play icon Installation QGIS 01:20 01:20
  • play icon Points Line and Polygon 07:02 07:02
  • play icon Calculating Line Length and Statistics 03:18 03:18
  • play icon Raster Data 04:49 04:49
  • play icon Raster Mosaicking and Clipping 03:06 03:06
  • play icon Making a Map Using Raster Data 04:39 04:39
  • play icon Making a Map Using Vector Data 03:23 03:23
  • play icon Importing Spreadsheets or CSV 01:29 01:29
  • play icon How to Install Plugins in QGIS 01:37 01:37
  • play icon Troubleshooting - Empty Vector Menu 00:48 00:48
  • play icon Open Street Map 02:37 02:37
  • play icon Select Feature In Vector Layer - Attributes 03:41 03:41
  • play icon Terrain Data & Hill Shade 05:21 05:21
  • play icon Projection & WMS Data 03:33 03:33
  • play icon Georeferencing 04:33 04:33
  • play icon Georeferencing Aerial Images 04:46 04:46
  • play icon Digitizing Map 07:10 07:10
  • play icon Table Join in QGIS 06:03 06:03
  • play icon Spatial Joins in QGIS 02:50 02:50
  • play icon Counting Points in Polygon 02:36 02:36
  • play icon Buffer Around Rivers - Spatial Queries 03:13 03:13
  • play icon Nearest Neighbour Analysis 02:45 02:45
  • play icon Point Sampling Analysis 04:09 04:09
  • play icon Zonal Statistics 04:53 04:53
  • play icon Interpolating Point Data - Interpolation 08:42 08:42
  • play icon Batch Processing - Processing Framework 06:11 06:11
  • play icon Automating Complex Workflow - Processing Modeler 06:14 06:14
  • play icon Automating Map Creation - Print Composer Altas 06:03 06:03
  • play icon Validating Data Using Excel 05:33 05:33
  • play icon Outlier Detection Validating Data Using Excel 03:38 03:38
  • play icon Verifying Coordinates of Mapping Data 05:23 05:23
  • play icon Practice Exam Question Slips - 1 12:20 12:20
  • play icon Practice Exam Question Slips - 2 09:57 09:57
  • play icon Practice Exam Question Slips - 3 08:26 08:26
  • play icon Practice Exam Question Slips - 4 08:50 08:50
  • play icon Practice Exam Question Slips - 5 03:08 03:08

Instructor Details

Pushpa Mahapatro

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