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: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Transfer Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Deep Learning
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Infographics, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Storytelling, Storyboarding, Diagram Design, Data Analysis, Graphic and Visual Design
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Geospatial Mapping, Geospatial Information and Technology, Interactive Data Visualization, Scatter Plots, Software Installation, Python Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Ball State University
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Rmarkdown, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Ggplot2, Interactive Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Visualization, R (Software), R Programming, Data Storytelling, Histogram, Scatter Plots, Data Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Manipulation
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Ggplot2, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Scatter Plots, Tidyverse (R Package), R Programming, Box Plots, Histogram, Animations, Data Manipulation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Box Plots, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Ggplot2, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Scatter Plots, Histogram, Graphing, Python Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Infographics, Data Presentation, Graphing, User Accounts, Graphic Design, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Analytics
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Information Architecture, Collaborative Software, Animations
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, digital literacy
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Plotly, Data Presentation, Matplotlib, Interactive Data Visualization, Seaborn, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Scatter Plots
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours