GIS: Training & Help

Getting help

The University Library works in partnership with ICT Research Computing and the Canadian Hub for Applied and Social Research (CHASR) to provide GIS data, services, software, and training to the USask community.

GIS Librarian

Support for finding, accessing, and using spatial data

Research Computing

Support for software access and advanced computing services

CHASR

CHASR's Geospatial Research Manager and Specialist partners with researchers and research teams on projects that feature GIS.

Self-guided GIS training

ESRI Academy
Online training for ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, as well as a variety of spatial analysis techniques and tools. USask users have access to courses labelled "Free" and "Maintenance Subscription Required". Login to USask's ArcGIS Online organization is required.
A Gentle Introduction to GIS
A comprehensive beginner level tutorial based on the open source QGIS software application.

GIS education at USask

Several USask colleges and departments offer courses in GIS. Students can also choose programs that focus on GIS, including:

Applied Computing - Geomatics
An interdisciplinary program combining courses in Computer Science and Geography & Planning.
Geography & Planning - Geomatics Minor
A minor program that can be taken in conjunction with any 3-year, 4-year or honours degree in the College of Arts and Science, except the B.Sc. in Geography.