Course Outline

Introduction to GIS for Government

  • What is GIS?
  • Applications of GIS in various fields
  • Overview of spatial data types (vector and raster)

Getting Started with ArcGIS for Government

  • Introduction to ArcGIS software for government use
  • Installing ArcGIS in a government environment
  • Overview of the ArcGIS interface for government users
  • Basic navigation and map exploration for government applications

Managing Spatial Data for Government

  • Adding data to a map for government projects
  • Data sources and formats suitable for government use
  • Organizing data in ArcGIS for government workflows

Creating and Editing Spatial Data for Government

  • Creating new shapefiles and feature classes for government purposes
  • Basic editing tools and techniques for government spatial data
  • Attribute tables and data management for government datasets

Basic Spatial Analysis for Government

  • Introduction to spatial analysis concepts for government applications
  • Buffering and overlay analysis for government projects
  • Spatial queries and selections for government data

Introduction to Geoprocessing Tools for Government

  • Using the ArcToolbox for government tasks
  • Common geoprocessing tools for government use
  • Automating tasks with ModelBuilder for government workflows

Creating Maps for Government

  • Designing map layouts for government reports and presentations
  • Adding and customizing map elements for government documents
  • Exporting and sharing maps within government agencies

Advanced Visualization Techniques for Government

  • Working with symbology for government data visualization
  • Using labels and annotations in government maps
  • Introduction to 3D visualization in ArcGIS for government applications

Summary and Next Steps for Government

Requirements

  • Foundational knowledge of cartography and geographic principles

Audience for government

  • Geographers
  • Environmental Scientists
  • Archaeologists
 14 Hours

Number of participants


Price per participant

Runs with a minimum of 4 + people. For 1-to-1 or private group training, request a quote.

Testimonials (1)

Hands-on examples allowed us to get an actual feel for how the program works. Good explanations and integration of theoretical concepts and how they relate to practical applications.

Ian - Archeoworks Inc.
Course - ArcGIS Fundamentals

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