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GIS Speed Run Sessions: GIS Data Types and Open Data Online
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a multi-disciplinary tool that is widely used across the architecture industry. Attend this 30-minute speed run session to learn about different types of GIS data, and where to find open data for use in assignments and research.
This presentation, with a question & answer session, will provide examples of different data types, and provide start-up resources for sourcing open data.
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
• Understand the different types of GIS data
• Understand what open data is and where to find it
• Practice tips for managing GIS data
While the focus of this session is on the use of GIS in architecture, anyone interested in GIS is welcome to attend. No prior knowledge is required to participate.
This is an online event, please register to receive the event link. If you have accommodation requests or questions, reach out to libevents@uwaterloo.ca with your needs.
Please note: This is the second of a five-part workshop series on GIS. You do not need to attend all five; please register for each workshop separately.
Related LibGuide: GIS for Architecture
- Date:
- Tuesday, January 27, 2026
- Time:
- 2:30pm - 3:00pm
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Online:
- This is an online event. Event URL will be sent via registration email.
- Audience:
- Graduate Students Undergraduate Students
- Categories:
- Workshop
Instructor
Katie Brightwell is the Library Associate at Musagetes Architecture Library. She provides Geographic Information Services (GIS) support and specialized GIS instruction for the School of Architecture, and the greater University of Waterloo community.
Event Support
Amy Lim is the research programs and services coordinator at the University of Waterloo Libraries. She helps coordinate workshops alongside our librarians. If you have questions about this event, please contact her at libevents@uwaterloo.ca.
Facilitator(s)
Instructor
Library Associate, Information Services & Resources
Event Coordinator
Research Programs and Services Coordinator