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Data Acquisition and Open Source GIS Software
Learn how to create a WMS layer using QGIS and how to integrate this SLD file into GeoServer in this free online course.
Description
This course will begin by introducing you to raster data. You will learn how to download raster data, how to perform terrain analysis; such as slope, aspect, hill shade, and contour. You will also learn how a raster calculator works and the meaning of quantum geographic information system. This will lead you to map composition and the encompassing maps in QGIS. You will become familiar with the styling, labeling, and adding of map elements to the map composition page.
Next, you will have a grasp of shapefiles using QGIS and how to label it. You will then be introduced to R software, how to download and install the R software. You will gain an understanding of the R interface, the different data types in R, and the basic functionalities that can be performed using the R software. You will assimilate how open-source software is designed and how it actually compares with proprietary software. You will then understand how an open-source standard is being built.
Lastly, you will be brought up to speed with the open geospatial consortium, which is a consortium responsible for the development of standardization. You will familiarize yourself with how it evolved as an organization, its domains, standards, and organizational structure. You will also become familiar with how to become a member of the OGC and how a collaboration of particular standardization can happen through OGC. This will further help you acquire more skills on how to create a WMS layer using QGIS, creating an SLD file, and how to integrate this SLD file into GeoServer.
Start Course NowModules
Data Generation and Analysis using Various Sources
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Data Generation and Analysis using Various Sources - Learning Outcomes
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Data Acquisition and Raster Functions
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How to Analyze Various Raster Functions
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Map Composition
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Bhuvan Geoportal and Google Earth
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Introduction to R Software
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R and its Functions
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Data Generation and Analysis using Various Sources - Lesson Summary
Open Source GIS Software and Geoserver
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Open Source GIS Software and Geoserver - Learning Outcomes
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Open Source GIS Software
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Open Source Software Image Map
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Pros and Cons of Open Source
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GIS Data Standards
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Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC)
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National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI)
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Introduction to Web GIS and GeoServer
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Geoserver: Raster and SLD Integration
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Open Source GIS Software and Geoserver - Lesson Summary
Course assessment
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Explain the process of data acquisition in GIS
- Explain the terrain analysis, including Slope, Aspect, Hillshade, and Contour
- Describe the process of clipping raster using layer in GIS
- Discuss the process of styling and labeling in QGIS
- Explain the concept of map elements and composition
- Discuss the Bhuvan geoportal in GIS
- Explain utilities in Bhuvan and open data achieve in Bhuvan
- Explain the concept of open-source software, OGC domains, and OGC standards
- Describe the open-source software image map
- Discuss the pros and cons of open-source, including Cost of ownership, Features and qualities, Principles and rights
- Discuss data standards and standardization levels
- Describe the elements of standardization and standardization on the application level
Certification
All Alison courses are free to enrol, study and complete. To successfully complete this Certificate course and become an Alison Graduate, you need to achieve 80% or higher in each course assessment. Once you have completed this Certificate course, you have the option to acquire an official Certificate, which is a great way to share your achievement with the world. Your Alison Certificate is:
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