Corporate Training By Zack Academy - ArcGIS 10: An Introduction to Environmental Applications

Why Should You Take This ArcGIS 10: An Introduction to Environmental Applications course?

This 3-day hands-on ArcGIS 10: An Introduction to Environmental Applications class introduces participants to the environmental applications of ESRI's ArcGIS 10 software. The course will build upon a discussion of general concepts and vocabulary to form a comprehensive overview of ArcGIS 10's functions and uses in the environmental field. Each participant will have their his or her own computer workstation to create, edit, display and analyze real world environmental data during numerous hands-on exercises. On the third day, participants will have an opportunity to expand their skills by applying their knowledge to more complex and in-depth projects.

After completing this course, participants will be able to:

• Apply a conceptual overview of GIS and spatial analysis to environmental data
• Understand and utilize the fundamental capabilities of ArcGIS
• Conduct overlay analysis
• Create intersects, buffers, unions and clips using the Geoprocessing Wizard
• Measure spatial relationships between layers of geographic data
• Perform complex relational database queries
• Generate presentation-quality maps

Prerequisites: Basic understanding of computer operations.

Intended Audience:

This hands-on course is intended for environmental and graphics professionals involved in the collection, interpretation, and presentation of spatially related data. Attendees will learn the uses and capabilities of ArcGIS 10 by working first-hand on sample scenarios. Previous GIS experience is not required.

Topics To Be Covered Include:

• Overview of ArcCatalog and ArcMap
• Connecting to Data
• Adding Layers
• Working with Geographic Features
• Feature Attributes within a Data Frame
• Querying and Selecting Geographic Features
• Editing Features
• Working With CAD Drawings
• Creating Summary Charts
• Manipulating Tables
• Creating Tables
• Mapping Buffers
• Symbolization
• Adding Database Features
• Layouts and Printing Maps
• Basic On-Screen Digitizing/Georeferencing
• Intro to Spatial Analyst Extension
• Intro to 3D Analyst Extension

What to Bring to Class:  Pen or pencil, and paper if you do not want to take notes in your manual. Drinks and snacks will be provided each day. Lunch will be on your own.