Course Outline
Introduction
Geospatial and Spatial Data
- Comparison of Vector and Raster data
- Metadata standards and practices
- Projection and coordinate systems for government applications
Python in Depth
- Fundamental data types
- Variables, functions, and conditional statements for efficient coding
- Loops and lists to manage data structures
- Classes and objects for object-oriented programming
ArcPy for ArcGIS
- Overview of help resources for government users
- Tool and Python references for streamlined workflows
Preparing the Development Environment
- Installing and configuring ArcGIS Desktop for government use
Geoprocessing and Workflows
- Creating a project to align with public sector requirements
- Saving code as a script for reproducibility and documentation
- Working with toolboxes to organize geospatial tasks
- Creating a custom toolbox to enhance productivity
- Documenting scripts to ensure transparency and accountability
- Overwriting output to manage file versions effectively
- Setting current workspace and extent in geoprocessing for government projects
ArcPy Package
- Performing inventory of data resources for government operations
- Listing workspaces, datasets, classes, tables, and fields to support comprehensive data management
- Describing and walking data to facilitate data exploration and analysis
- Working with geometries to enhance spatial accuracy
- Using arcpy.da for advanced data access and manipulation
- Implementing symbology to improve visualization of geospatial data
- Adding and manipulating layers to create dynamic maps and reports
Summary and Conclusion
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Requirements
- An understanding of ArcGIS for government
Audience
- GIS Analysts for government
Testimonials (2)
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
The thing I liked the most about the training was the organization and the location
