GIS
An Entire Information Ecosystem
What is GIS and ArcGIS Desktop? v10
This class introduces the concept of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). It covers the general need and use of GIS and the fundamental concepts. This class uses transportation as an example but also covers other general uses allowing diverse users understand GIS concepts. During the class a number of new terms are defined while introducing ArcGIS.
Who should take this course? It is an excellent choice for managers over-seeing GIS staff who don't need a lot of detail but need to understand the broad use, application, and challenging aspects of a GIS. It is also the perfect class for the beginner needing to understand the fundamentals of GIS and need to be able to understand how their GIS work fits into the organization. This class is the first in a series of classes and is the recommended beginning course.
Live Interactive Web
Instructor: Bruce Kessler
Pre-Reqs: Basic computer skills
Class Sessions:
2 lecture sessions
(est. 1.5 - 2 hrs each)
2 self-paced exercises
(est. 3-5 hrs outside of regular class time)
1 follow-up session
(est. .5 - 1 hr to review final exercise and summarize learning)
Cost: $120
Increase to $150 on 6/11/2012 PDF of presentation notes added to course!
Skills Learned
Basic Understanding of GIS
Create a simple map
Perform simple queries of the data
Solve simple geographic problems using a systematic approach
Hardware/Software Requirements:
ESRI specified hardware and ArcView 10 (sp3 preferred)
Course Materials:
Presentation slides in PDF format (starting on 6/11/2012)
Detailed exercise materials in PDF format
Training data downloaded from internet
Recording available of class presentation, demos, polls, etc. (on 6/11/2012)
Bruce Kessler, MS, GISP, CTT+
Kessler GIS
20414 W Baker Rd.
Cheney, WA 99004
509-235-5500
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