Introduction to GIS (CGA)

Screenshot of QGIS

Date and Time

September 5, 2025
01:30PM - 03:30PM EDT

Location

CGIS South Building, room S020

Topics covered

  • What is GIS, mapping, and spatial data.
  • GIS data types  and file formats.
  • 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.

View the Workshop Materials from the previous workshop.

Lead Instructor

Jeff Blossom

The 2-hour program is free for people with a valid Harvard ID. For others there is a $100 registration fee. See "How to make payments to CGA" for payment instructions.

For remote attendees, Zoom link will be sent to the registered attendees prior to the workshop date.

How to Apply:

For Harvard Affiliates, please submit your application by clicking here (HUID login required).
For Non-Harvard applicants, please submit your application by clicking here.