Understanding the complex interactions within environmental systems is crucial for effective management, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) provide a powerful toolkit for this purpose. QGIS, a widely used open-source GIS software, is highly valued across diverse industries and is indispensable in the environmental sciences for managing our natural environments. Recognising the difficulties in developing QGIS skills outside formal education, this popular short course, back for its second iteration this year, is designed to equip environmental practitioners with the expertise needed to efficiently use QGIS in their day-to-day operations.

Why Attend?

This course aims to equip participants with practical skills in QGIS, focusing on the use of open-source software to address spatial tasks in environmental management. It seeks to help professionals build foundational QGIS knowledge to leverage this powerful software more effectively in their work.

This short course is designed for participants at a basic level. Participants should have a basic understanding of GIS terminology (such as vectors, polygons, and raster data) and have QGIS software installed prior to the first session. Complete beginners will be asked to complete additional training resources online to familiarise with the software’s interface and core functions prior to starting this short course.

What to Expect

This course will run for 4 sessions over 4 days, for 3 hours each day. These are interactive learning sessions that go beyond traditional webinars, featuring a mix of presentations, hands-on exercises, and group discussions. Skills are developed through both guided in-session exercises and independent practice between sessions, with each session beginning with a review period to address questions and refine approaches.

Session Details

This workshop will run on the following days. Session times in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).

Meet the Facilitator: Hoang Long Nguyen

Hoang Long Nguyen is a researcher at the Centre for Water and Spatial Science, University of Western Australia (UWA). Having studied, taught, and conducted research at UWA for the past six years, he recently completed his PhD in environmental engineering. Originally trained in Civil Engineering, specialising in Water, at Hanoi Architectural University, Vietnam, his expertise spans hydraulics, hydrology, satellite remote sensing, geographic information systems (GIS), and spatial analysis. His research focuses on understanding water-environment interactions and applying spatial technologies to support sustainable environmental management.

Who Should Attend?

This QGIS short course is tailored for environmental practitioners who are eager to expand their capabilities in QGIS. If you're looking to optimise your workflow and achieve better outcomes, this course will provide the practical skills and knowledge you need.

Registrations are now open!

Places are strictly limited to 15 participants. Register to secure your spot today!

Registration rates

*This is an all inclusive price charged in AUD including GST.

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