This 3-day, hands-on class introduces participants to the environmental applications of ESRI's new ArcGIS PRO software. All attendees will have their own workstation with ArcGIS Pro and applicable plugins.
The course will build upon a discussion of general concepts and vocabulary to form a comprehensive overview of ArcGIS Pro’s functions and uses in the environmental field. Each participant will have their own computer workstation to create, edit, display and analyze real world environmental data during numerous hands-on exercises. Course exercises build from foundation concepts to increasingly complex spatial analysis 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 Pro
Conduct spatial analysis using ArcGIS Pro
Use common geoprocessing tools such as buffers, unions, intersections, and clips
Identify and analyze spatial relationships between layers of geographic data
Perform complex relational database queries
Generate presentation-quality maps
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 Pro by working first-hand on sample scenarios. Previous GIS experience is not required.
Basic understanding of computer operations.
- Overview of ArcGIS Pro
- Pro User Interface: Ribbon, Panes, and Views
- Map, Layout, Catalog, and Model Panes
- Adding Data to a Map
- Data Management and Metadata
- Querying and Selecting Geographic Features
- Symbolizing Geographic Features
- Labeling Geographic Features
- Working with Feature Attributes
- Editing Geographic Features and Attributes
- Common Geoprocessing Tools
- Intermediate and Advanced Spatial Analysis Concepts
- Introduction to Extensions including the Spatial Analyst
- Creating and Sharing Cartographic Products
Attendees will receive a PDF workbook containing workshop proceedings and reference material.
Pen or pencil and paper to take notes. Drinks and light snacks will be provided. You will be on your own for lunch.