Learning GIS
January 29, 2012GIS 101: Learn About GISEducation, Learning GISGIS is a multi-faceted discipline built that incorporates a variety of technologies and concepts. To really understand the capabilities of GIS, it is important to learn cartography, spatial and statistical analysis, database management, and programming. Looking to get started in GIS? This GIS 101 page is the launch page for accessing information about GIS on ... read more December 18, 2011MetadataData, Learning GIS, Spatial AnalysisWhat is metadata and why is it important to document GIS data? Metadata is an important, but unfortunately oft overlooked component of GIS data. Metadata is ‘data about the data’ and it’s vital to understanding to source, currency, scale, and appropriateness of using GIS data. Metadata can be stored as an inherent part of the ... read more September 15, 2011How to Go from GIS Novice to Pro without Spending a DimeEducation, Free GIS, Learning GIS, SoftwareI have only taken one formal course in GIS; however, I consider myself a confident practitioner of the software and am constantly learning more despite not having access to a costly software licenses for ArcGIS or similar desktop software. In order to enhance my GIS skills while transitioning from a job in environmental engineering to ... read more May 7, 2011Learning GIS – Resources for GIS TrainingLearning GIS, Link LibraryWith its multi-faceted approach, learning geographic information systems can seem daunting. Fortunately there are a wealth of approaches you can take to get started. From structured curriculums to distance learning and online tutorials, check here to find out more information on learning the field of GIS. read more...May 5, 2011GIS Glossary – H through PFeatures, Learning GISListed here are definitions of GIS and geographic terms starting with H through R (from Hydrography through Projection). Also see: GIS Acronyms. To submit a definition email editor@gislounge.com. GIS /Geospatial Glossary: A through G | H through P | R through Z – H – Hydrography Database representing the location of water bodies and ... read more August 28, 2010Discussion and Mailing ListsCommunity, Learning GIS, Link LibraryLearn where to get your most complex questions answered by other GIS professionals. Mailing and discussion lists are an invaluable tool in keeping “in the know” in the field of GIS. read more...November 1, 2009Buffering Tool for ArcGISLearning GISIf you want to create a zone of equidistance around a geographic feature you will need to understand buffering. Buffering is an important tool for determining the area covered within a specific location. For example, you may buffer school locations to visualize the areas that are within 1000′ feet of a school. The video below ... read more ArcGIS TutorialsLearning GISTutorials for performing GIS functions in ArcGIS desktop (ArcView and ArcInfo). Buffering Demonstration of buffering in ArcGIS. Calculate Area of a Polygon Shows how to calculate the geometry of a polygon in ArcGIS to determine area. Clip Analysis Demonstration of the Clip Analysis function using ArcGIS Desktop. Digitizing Basic digitizing using the Editor toolbar in ... read more September 13, 2009Dictionaries and GlossariesLearning GIS, Link LibraryNew to GIS or confused about all that terminology? Browse through these links to find answers to your frequently asked questions about this field. read more...September 12, 2009Digitizing Using ArcGISLearning GISHeads up digitizing is the method of tracing geographic features from another dataset (usually an aerial or satellite image). The tutorial below reviews basic digitizing using the editor toolbar in ArcGIS desktop. The demonstration traces sidewalks and buildings from an aerial image in order to create two separate shapefiles (arc shapefile for the sidewalks and ... read more |
