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The content provider for this event is: Sherman Centre fo r Digital Scholarship (McMaster University)
Registrati on may be required for the event\, please visit the following URL to learn more: https://libcal.mcmaster.ca/event/3919873

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Interested in digital mapping\, but unsure of where to start? T his beginner-focused workshop introduces you to the fundamentals of geogra phic data and teaches you how to create digital maps using QGIS\, a free a nd open-source geographic information system (GIS). QGIS is available free of charge to everyone\, including current students\, staff\, and faculty at McMaster University. It’s a great starting point for anyone looking t o explore mapping in their research\, projects\, or creative work.
B y the end of this workshop\, participants will be able to:
Desc ribe what geographic data is and explain the basic functions of geographic information systems (GIS).
Identify and navigate the main compone nts of the QGIS graphical user interface.
Access and use geospatia l web services within QGIS.
Understand the purpose of coordinate r eference systems and apply them in QGIS.
Create a basic map layout using the QGIS print layout tool.
Absolutely no geography or quantitative background is necessary for an engaging experience. This sess ion is great for beginners who are curious about mapping and want to explo re how geographic data can be used to create digital maps with QGIS.
Details: Any preparatory work for the session can be fo und on its information page. This virtual workshop w ill be recorded and shared on the same page\, and discoverable via the She rman Centre'\;s Online Learning Catalogue.

Facilitator Bio: Saman’s (she/her) work operates at the inte rsection of information science and critical geography. She’s particular ly interested in the ways in which community-owned and -governed infrastru cture can contribute to equitable knowledge systems. Currently\, Saman tak es care of McMaster’s Lloyd Reeds Map Collection\, ensuring community me mbers are able to access\, understand\, and use the collection for teachin g and research.

Certificate Eligibility: This work shop is eligible for the Sherman Centre'\;s certificate program. For mo re information\, visit scds.ca/certificate-program.

Credit Eligibility: This workshop counts toward credit for stude nts in the Faculty of Science who are enrolled in SCIENCE 2SF1: Digital Sk ills Workshop. For any questions\, please contact oursci@mcmaster.ca.