Course Outline
Introduction
ArcGIS System Software
- Understanding Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Versions of ArcGIS for government use
- Concepts: layers, attributes, features, selections, and attribute tables
Geospatial and Spatial Data
- Differentiating between vector and raster data
- The importance of metadata for government applications
- Projection and coordinate systems in geospatial analysis
Preparing the Development Environment
- Installing and configuring ArcGIS Desktop for government operations
ArcGIS and its Functionalities
- Applying and visualizing spatial data for government projects
- Identifying features and values in geospatial datasets
- Creating selections based on specific criteria
- Zooming and measuring tools for detailed analysis
- Utilizing ShapeFile geometry in data management
- Working with various coordinate systems for precision
- Using ArcCatalog to manage and organize geospatial data
- Modifying metadata to enhance data usability
Raster Data
- Displaying raster data for government applications
- Merging multiple rasters into a single dataset
- Resampling and reclassifying rasters for analysis
- Clipping a raster to focus on specific areas
- Extracting raster value points for detailed studies
- Geo-referencing a raster to align with other geospatial data
Vector Data
- Utilizing ShapeFile attributes in vector data management
- Spatial joining tabular data with vector layers
- Creating choropleth maps for visual representation of data
Organize Maps
- Adding data to a map for comprehensive analysis
- Importing external data sources for government use
- Editing properties and symbology for clarity and accuracy
Data Creation
- Implementing new data files in ArcGIS for government projects
- Drawing new features to update maps
- Plotting points for precise location marking
- Joining data from multiple sources for enhanced analysis
- Clipping data to focus on specific regions
- Creating buffers around features for spatial analysis
Finalizations and Optimizations
- Using map layouts for professional presentations
- Working with a locator map for context and scale
- Creating legends to explain map elements
- Implementing scale bars and titles for clarity
- Exporting and printing maps for reports and presentations
Summary and Conclusion
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Requirements
- An understanding of fundamental spatial data concepts for government applications.
Audience
- Field Ecologists
- Conservation Managers
Testimonials (3)
Radomir was very patient and helpful when I got stuck. He was very knowledgeable about the subject matter, and his explanations on different concepts were detailed and thorough.
Rachel Turcan - Animal and Plant Health Agency
Course - ArcGIS for Spatial Analysis
The thing I liked the most about the training was the organization and the location
Hamid Tuama - Ability with Innovation General Contracting (DMCC Branch)
Course - ArcGIS for Spatial Analysis
The thing I liked the most about the training was the organization and the location
