#  Basic Introduction to GIS 

 



####  calendar\_today Date and Time 

 **January 28, 2022** 

 01:30PM - 03:30PM EST 

####  pin\_drop Location 

 **Virtual via Zoom**  



 

 



 

 **Lead Instructor:** Jeff Blossom

 This workshop is offered every semester as a basic introduction to GIS. The topics covered are:

1. What is GIS, mapping, and spatial data.
2. GIS data types and file formats.
3. GIS analysis, problem solving, and case studies.

 Learning objectives:  
To gain an understanding of what GIS is and how it can be used.  
To practice using WEB GIS and Desktop GIS.

 **The 2-hour program is free for people with a valid Harvard ID. For non-Harvard attendees there is a $100 registration fee**.

 To apply, **[visit the CGA website](https://gis.harvard.edu/event/basic-introduction-gis-spring-2022)**.



 

 



 

 See also:- [ Workshops, Seminars & Classes ](/event-type/workshops-seminars-classes)
- [ Center for Geographic Analysis ](/program/center-geographic-analysis)
- [ GIS ](/research-technology/gis)
 
 

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