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Workshop Descriptions
Fundamentals of GIS
This workshop is designed to be a precursor to the
Introduction To ArcGIS two-day workshop which
does not cover these topics. The Fundamentals of
GIS workshop will familiarize the participant
with the basics of GIS (Geographic Information Systems).
What are they? What can they do? How are they used?
The fundamental concepts of spatial analysis are
emphasized (reclassification procedures, overlay
methods, distance and
connectivity tools, and neighborhood analyses).
A thorough treatment of projection systems is presented,
highlighting those that are commonly used in Michigan.
Scale issues with digital maps are also explored.
A combination of lecture, discussion,
and ArcGIS exercises are used.
Note: No prior experience required.
Length: 1 day
Fee: $250
Instructor: Dr. David Lusch
Introduction to ArcGIS
This two-day course demonstrates the complex capabilities of the ArcGIS software.
Through conceptual overview and hands-on applications, participants will learn how to perform powerful queries and map displays.
Participants will become familiar with the ArcGIS graphical user interface (GUI) and explore methods for creating, editing, displaying, querying, and analyzing geographic and tabular data in this software.
Course textbook is included in the fee.
Note: This class is suitable for individuals migrating from the ArcView 3.x environment as well as new ESRI software users.
This course does not qualify for those seeking to become an ESRI certified instructor.
Length: 2 days
Fee: $500
CEU: 1.3
Instructors: Jessica Moy and Sarah AcMoody
Getting Your GIS Project off the Ground...
Ready to make the plunge into GIS - the world of geographic data, spatial analysis, and cool maps? Uncertain about how to get started? This workshop will introduce you to the full realm of ArcGIS project management - from the hunt for data to the final output map. Topics will include data gathering, coordinate system conversion, map document organization, and graphic layouts.
Note: Class participants should have basic ArcGIS (ArcMap) experience.
Length: 1 day
Fee: $250
CEU: 0.7 (pending approval)
Instructors: Jessica Moy and Justin Booth
Getting the Most Out of Metadata
Metadata, descriptive information about geospatial data, is a reinvestment in an organization's data, facilitating easy manipulation and limiting data redundancy. Adherence to robust metadata standards increases the potential for easy searching and sharing of geospatial data within and between organizations, resulting in a net cost savings to all. Metadata is a collective effort, so it is imperative that data users and producers at all levels adopt and adhere to consistent standards. This teaching session will focus on best practices for creation and implementation of metadata that complies with FGDC-endorsed standards. This workshop will include practical tools, techniques, and strategies for both creating and searching metadata. And, it will be fun...no yawning allowed.
Note: No prior experience required.
Length: 1/2 day
Fee: FREE
Instructors: Justin Booth
Getting the Most Out of Geospatial Data
This seminar will introduce practical tools for integrating location-based data, analysis, and output into a project. Focus will be directed toward quick and easy solutions to data acquisition, GIS queries, and map creation. This workshop will highlight software/data resources available to Michigan State University (MSU) faculty, staff, and students, however, non-MSU participants are welcome.
Note: Class participants should have basic ArcGIS (ArcMap) experience.
Length: 1/2 day
Fee: FREE
Instructors: Justin Booth
ArcGIS - Introduction to Vector Analysis
This course is designed for the ArcGIS user who is ready to move beyond fundamental vector-based applications. Using ArcToolbox and advanced editing functions, participants will learn complex data manipulation and analysis techniques. Additional highlights will include geodatabase topology, overlay & proximity concepts and real-world applications.
Note: This course is suitable for those who have basic ArcGIS experience in creating and editing vector datasets.
Length: 1 day
Fee: $250
CEU: 0.7
Instructors: Sarah AcMoody and Justin Booth
ArcGIS - Introduction to Raster Analysis
Learn how to create and control rasters in ArcMap using the Spatial
Analyst extension. Topics include creating hillshade, slope, aspect,
density, and distance surfaces; Cost-weighted and Least-Cost path
analysis; and an introduction to map algebra and surface interpolation
techniques.
Note: This course is suitable for those who use ArcGIS currently and would like
to expand their use of rasters for the purpose of spatial analysis.
Length: 1 day
Fee: $250
CEU: 0.7
Instructors: Justin Booth and Bob Goodwin
ArcGIS - Introduction to Geodatabases
Geodatabase - sound familiar? You've seen the word in the trade magazines and online discussions...now is your chance to learn what it means. This course is designed to introduce you to the basics and "not-so-basics" of ESRI's geodatabase file format. Explore structure, topology, annotation, domains, subtypes, and relationships. Learn how to convert existing datasets to the geodatabase format and implement this enhanced data capacity into your work environment. The class will focus on personal geodatabases with an overview of Enterprise (ArcSDE) geodatabases capabilities.
Note: Class participants should have basic ArcGIS (ArcMap) experience.
Length: 1 day
Fee: $250
CEU: 0.7
Instructors: Sarah AcMoody and Justin Booth
ArcGIS - Map Design
Learn how to produce dynamic output graphics in ArcGIS. This course will introduce you to the fundamental principles of map design including purpose/audience, proper use of color, symbology, and text, and aspects of visual balance/figure-ground relationships. Following this cartographic introduction, course participants will apply these fundamental concepts to hands-on map creation in ArcGIS. Technical training will focus on thematic map types and classification methods, layout design, and the functional skill sets of element placement, legend construction, text versatility and printing.
Note: Class participants should have basic ArcGIS (ArcMap) experience.
Length: 1 day
Fee: $250
CEU: 0.7
Instructors: Jessica Moy and Sarah AcMoody
ArcGIS - Annotation and Labeling
An overview of cartographic basics with an emphasis on labeling and annotation: Participants will learn the key difference between labels and annotation in ArcGIS 9. The class will focus on managing both labels and map and geodatabase annotation, including standard and feature linked. Students will learn how to arrange their labels into label classes and their annotation into subtypes, how to create annotation from both labels and scratch, and how to utilize the label manager and the annotation toolbar.
Note: Class participants should have basic ArcGIS (ArcMap) experience.
Length: 1 day
Fee: $250
CEU: 0.7 (pending approval)
Instructors: Sarah AcMoody
Aerial Image Geo-rectification
Do you want to take accurate measurements from aerial imagery? Do you want to use aerial imagery as a backdrop in your GIS? Do you want to precisely map features on the landscape? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you need to know how to geo-rectify your aerial imagery. In this full-day workshop you will learn the steps involved in removing distortion from aerial imagery and placing it into known geographic space. Topics include methods, data needs, mosaicking and color matching, and a discussion of precision and accuracy. Hands-on exercises involve using ArcGIS to do simple geo-rectification and ERDAS Imagine to create a multi-image ortho-mosaic.
Note: No prior experience required.
Length: 1 day
Fee: $250
CEU: 0.7
Instructors: Sarah AcMoody and Bob Goodwin
Integrating Orthoimagery and Raster Datasets into your GIS
This workshop explores sources of orthoimagery and raster datasets, dataset creation and tips for integrating these data into a GIS. This class will teach the fundamentals of data manipulation for display and analysis purposes, creation of new raster surfaces (e.g. hillshade, slope, aspect, etc.), draping orthoimagery over elevation surfaces to create 3D effects and much more. All class exercises will utilize ESRI ArcGIS 9.x software.
Note: Class participants should have basic ArcGIS (ArcMap) experience.
Length: 1 day
Fee: $250
CEU: 0.7 (pending approval)
Instructors: Bob Goodwin
Aerial Imagery Interpretation for Land Cover/Land Use
This workshop teaches the introductory skills and concepts of aerial image interpretation and its application to land cover/land use mapping. This course includes numerous hands-on exercises, emphasizing interpretation of diverse, recent and high resolution orthoimagery sets (e.g. the 2005 statewide orthoimagery dataset (NAIP), county and regional air photo missions, etc.). All land cover/land use interpretation exercises are completed using ESRI ArcGIS 9.x software.
Note: No prior experience required.
Length: 3 days
Fee: $750
CEU: 2.0
Instructors: Dr. David Lusch and Bob Goodwin
Sports-grade GPS for GIS
Are you unable to invest in GIS-grade GPS equipment at the present time? Do you currently have a Sports-grade GPS unit that you would like to use it in your GIS workflow? This 1/2 day workshop will teach the basics of GPS as well as techniques for using Sports-grade GPS equipment to its full potential. Topics include unit configuration, field planning, collecting point, line and area data as waypoints and tracks, data import, data export for use in GIS and data display and editing. When you leave this course, you will be able to sync existing freeware with your GPS unit to create GIS data for use in both freeware GIS and ESRI products.
Note: This course requires you to bring your own GPS and that it have data upload capability (transfer data from GPS unit to the PC).
Length: 1 day
Fee: $250
CEU: 0.7
Instructor: Bob Goodwin
Introduction to GPS
This one-day workshop will provide:
- A detailed overview of the Global Positioning System (GPS)
- An in-depth treatment of GPS accuracy and the factors that affect it
- A complete review of Differential GPS (DGPS) techniques and the DGPS infrastructure available in Michigan
- Suggestions for configuring your GPS receiver that will optimize its accuracy
- Hands-on fieldwork using the new state-of-the-art Leica GS20 handheld receivers to capture point, line, and polygon features along with their attributes
- Hands-on computer use of Leica's GIS DataPro software for
- Mission Planning
- Codelist (data dictionary) creation
- Data Transfer (Rover-to-Computer and Computer-to-Rover) of Codelists, data files, and almanac files
- Differential Correction of data files
- Viewing your corrected data
- Quality assessment of multi-position point features
- Plotting maps of your corrected data
- A course manual documenting the above topics
Note: No prior experience required.
Length: 1 day
Fee: $250
CEU: 0.7
Instructors: Dr. David Lusch and Bob Goodwin
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