Object-based Image Analysis & Classification in QGIS ArcGIS

Learn image segmentation and object-based image analysis OBIA & object-based image classification in QGIS & ArcGIS , GIS

Created by: Kate Alison
GIS & Data Science

What Will I Learn?

• Learn image segmentation, object-based image analysis (OBIA) & object-based image classification in QGIS & ArcGIS
• Advance your skills in QGIS and ArcGIS
• Understand the concept of segmentation and object-based image analysis
• Learn theory and practise behind land use & land cover mapping
• Learn how to work with the variety of remote sensing data streams (UAV data. satellite images)
• Apply segmentation and object-based image classification in QGIS (OTB) and ArcGIS
• You'll have a copy of the labs, step-by-step manuals and scripts used in the course for QGIS and ArcGIS & more
• Conduct your independent OBIA projects in QGIS & ArcGIS

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of manipulating spatial (image) data will be an advantage
• A working computer with internet connection
• The course will be demonstrated using a Windows PC. Mac and Linux users will have to adapt the instructions to their operating systems.

Target audience

• Geographers, Programmers, geologists, biologists, social scientists, or everyone who deals with GIS maps in their field or would like to learn GIS and Remote Sensing