Training that maximises knowledge retention
We offer a full range of GIS training courses to help you develop your knowledge and confidence in using our geospatial software.
With our instructor-led courses, you can participate and collaborate online and talk to the trainer and other students just like in the classroom. You can select from the scheduled online course dates below, or arrange an online or on-site course for your organisation.
Scheduled online courses
Compass Introduction
10-11 November 2026
Duration: 2 days
The Compass Maintenance Application tool is designed to help users create, manage, search, and retrieve information related to gazetteer-based locations. Throughout this course, users will gain hands-on knowledge of key Compass functions and features, including importing bulk data from external systems, merging locations, creating and managing user roles, performing audits, and adding profiles and usage types to effectively organise location data within Compass.
Introduction to SIS Desktop
12-13 January 2027
Duration: 2 days
Learn the basics for everyday use of SIS. Students are introduced to the basic concepts underpinning GIS and shown how to find a location, and view, create, edit and print maps. It will also introduce you to creating and managing your own files and extend your knowledge about creating and editing data.
SIS Desktop Administration
26 January 2027
Duration: 1 day
This course will enable a SIS user to administer the product and its associated files and manage the GIS data for their organisation. The content builds upon Day 2 of the Introduction to SIS Desktop course. System Administrators will learn how to export data into useful GIS file formats and about the best-performing formats for SIS.
SIS WebMap Administration
27 January 2027
Duration: 1 day
This course details the functions of SIS WebMap and introduces students to GeognoSIS®. The course provides the background required for administering and maintaining the webpages, including SWD data setup and implementing Local Knowledge™ searches.
xd Hotspot Management
27-28 January 2027
Duration: 2 days
This course covers all analytical wizards within xd that are used to generate and analyse hotspots. Using tools such as Geotagging wizards, Criminogenic streets and Polygon hotspots delegates who attend the course will gain the necessary skills and knowledge to work with hotspots in xd.
xd Analysis
8-10 February 2027
Duration: 3 days
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the analytical features contained within xd. Delegates will gain practical experience of generating hotspots and using wizards to analyse and create links between data points held within the application. This hands-on, instructor led course provides users with the skills required to use xd for reporting and planning.
xd Basic Mapping
18 February 2027
Duration: 1 days
This course is designed for new or inexperienced users and will provide a strong foundation of the xd Mapping solution. The course will include an explanation of common terminology, how coordinates systems and maps are used and how to navigate xd. Using real life scenarios and exercises delegates will gain hands on experience of creating and displaying user defined data.
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