Universities and Academia
In class and field applications
What We Offer
Overview
The workshops we offer to universities are primarily targeted at geoscience departments, focusing on dissertation fieldwork.
They are designed to help students transition from traditional paper-based mapping to digital mapping using QGIS and QFIELD. As most geoscience industries have transitioned to digital mapping, this course will not only enhance the quality of dissertation projects but also give students a competitive edge in their careers.
These workshops are also suitable for geography and ecology departments.
Simplified Course Summary
This two-day course will help students refine their data and maps after their fieldwork, focusing on solving challenges and deepening their geological understanding of their mapping area.
Pre-Fieldwork Course
This two-day course is designed to prepare students for their mapping dissertation, equipping them with essential tools for fieldwork and the resources needed to excel in both the development and understanding of their project.
Students will learn how to set up their own project in QGIS and how to collect data in the field using QFIELD. Students will learn how to integrate their field observation with digital processes.
The course will be structured as in the form of tutorials and will require access to computers and a mobile device (tablet or smartphone). All the software products mentioned in our QGIS section are open-source and free to everyone.
Post-Fieldwork Course
After returning from their fieldwork, this two-day course will guide students in compiling, analysing, and refining their data and maps. A key focus of the session will be equipping them with the skills to solve unique challenges, enhancing their geological understanding of the mapping area.
QGIS provides a comprehensive set of powerful tools and plugins that allow students to conduct spatial, statistical, and geological analyses on their datasets and maps—offering capabilities far surpassing those achievable with paper maps and Excel alone.
Ecology and Geography
As previously stated, the courses are primarily designed for geoscience students undertaking field geological mapping. However, the majority of the skills taught are also highly applicable to geographical and ecological fieldwork.
Important Details
- These courses can be easily adapted and tailored to the needs of your department.
- The courses are free of charge to any University within the Lothian area of Scotland.
- Universities in general are given a special rate.
- We are happy to give lessons to any University around the world.
- If you’re interested, please contact us.
With our cutting-edge drone services, we are now able to offer high-resolution aerial imagery, LiDAR, and inspections of difficult-to-reach areas. We recognize the value of research and offer discounted services to universities and research institutions.
To find out more, please reach out and contact us.
