Cartography courses can help you learn map design, spatial analysis, data visualization, and geographic information systems (GIS). You can build skills in interpreting topographic features, understanding coordinate systems, and applying cartographic principles to create effective visual representations. Many courses introduce tools like ArcGIS and QGIS, that support analyzing geographic data and producing detailed maps that communicate information clearly.

Skills you'll gain: SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Spatial Data Analysis, Architectural Drawing, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Analysis, AutoCAD, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Mapping, Graphic and Visual Design, 3D Modeling, Technical Communication, Color Theory, Microsoft Office
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Data Structures
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Creativity, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Aesthetics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphic Techniques, Layout Design, Software Visualization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Team Oriented, Collaborative Software, Data Visualization, Visual Storytelling, Brainstorming, Diagram Design, Interactive Design, Communication Planning, Multimedia, Design Elements And Principles, Digital Publishing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Process Design, Process Flow Diagrams, Diagram Design, Data Visualization, Graphic Design, Account Management, Marketing
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Tidyverse (R Package), Ggplot2, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Manipulation, Scatter Plots, R (Software), Plotly, Interactive Data Visualization, R Programming, Geospatial Mapping, Statistical Reporting, Data Wrangling, Graphing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, GIS Software, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Vector Databases, Data Mapping, Data Management, Data Access
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Leaflet (Software), Dashboard Creation, Geospatial Information and Technology, Global Positioning Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Internet Of Things, Systems Integration, Frontend Performance, Network Troubleshooting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Typography, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Visual Design, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Creative Design, Layout Design, Computer Graphic Techniques, Color Theory, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, GIS Software, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Analysis, Query Languages, SQL, Geospatial Information and Technology, PostgreSQL, Database Development, Performance Tuning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Business Analytics, Graphing, Data Presentation, Advanced Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Data Science, Forecasting
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks