Course Outline
Introduction to Python for Government
- Overview of Python and its application in geospatial analysis for government
- Setting up Python environments for ArcGIS and QGIS for government use
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Basic syntax and task execution in a government context
- Conditional statements: if, elif, else
- Loops: for, while
- Functions and modules relevant to government operations
- Handling errors and exceptions in government applications
Introduction to Data Analysis and Visualization for Government
- Working with data in Python using Pandas and Numpy for government datasets
- Data manipulation techniques for geospatial datasets in a government context
- Introduction to Matplotlib and Seaborn for visualizing geospatial data for government use
Vector Data Analysis with Geopandas, Arcpy, and PyQGIS for Government
- Introduction to vector data structures for government applications
- Manipulating vector layers using Geopandas in QGIS for government projects
- Performing vector layer analysis with Arcpy in ArcGIS for government tasks
- Using PyQGIS for vector operations in government workflows
Raster Data Analysis with GDAL/OGR, Rasterio, Geopandas, Arcpy, and PyQGIS for Government
- Introduction to raster data for government use
- Working with raster layers using GDAL/OGR and Rasterio for government projects
- Raster data analysis in ArcGIS using Arcpy for government applications
- Automating raster processing tasks with PyQGIS for government workflows
Tool Sequences with Python in QGIS and ArcGIS for Government
- Automating GIS workflows and processes for government operations
- Creating scripts for sequential task automation in both ArcGIS and QGIS for government use
- Building custom geoprocessing tools using Python for government tasks
Geospatial Information Management with Python for Government
- Automating report generation and map creation for government reports
- Connecting to geospatial databases and accessing web services (WMS, WFS) for government data management
- Automating data retrieval and analysis for government decision-making
Summary and Next Steps for Government
Requirements
- A foundational understanding of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and experience with ArcGIS or QGIS tools for government applications.
Audience
- Professionals in the earth sciences
- Engineering professionals
Testimonials (3)
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
All the topics which he covered including examples. And also explained how they are helpful in our daily job.
madduri madduri - Boskalis Singapore Pte Ltd
Course - QGIS for Geographic Information System
The thing I liked the most about the training was the organization and the location
