Introduction to geospatial data visualization

GEO University
2 min readApr 19, 2018

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Introduction to geospatial data visualization course contains topics that cover a broad understanding of spatial data visualization. The students will understand what data visualization is and why it is important for geospatial professionals in the XXI century. The difference between data and information is discussed and the four main steps of creating a good data visualization. Attributes are widely discussed as they are the most important factor in data classification techniques. Mapping methods and basic rules for designing maps are covered as part of the traditional cartography lessons. For taking this course the students must have a basic understanding of GIS, vector and raster data, geometry and attributes.

Тhe course will introduce you to the basic ideas of the visualization of geospatial data

Learn why big data is and visualization is so important in the context of GIS and Map creation

What will you learn?

  1. What data visualization is and why it is important
  2. Understand attributes in terms of geospatial data visualization
  3. Work with statistical data and use mapping methods correctly
  4. Design maps as a visual communication tool

GEO University in collaboration with Prof. Eugenia Sarafova a Chief Assistant Professor at Sofia University, introduces a new set of online courses about Geospatial Data Visualization!

This video course will introduce you to the basic ideas of the visualization of geospatial data.

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