Learning GIS - Resources for GIS Training

Tuesday January 01st 2008
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With 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 GIS Training.

Certification in GIS
The issue of establishing a GIS certification is hot and controversial. Find articles about the goals for certification and the read the arguments for and against certification in the GIS profession.

Curriculums
Resources to search worldwide for Universities and other institutes of learning for coursework and certificate programs in GIS. Search by geography, software type or courses offered.

Distance Learning
Don’t have a school near you offering GIS? Distance learning is becoming a popular way to learn GIS. Click here to find schools offering internet-based classes.

K-12 Education
Collection of references and tutorials on how to teach GIS to K-12 level students. Find lesson plans, user groups and more in the category.

MapInfo Tutorials
Tutorials and other resources for learning MapInfo.

Tutorials
Online lessons in a wide range of subject matters for learning GIS. Take an introduction to GIS class. Other subject matters include using Census data in GIS and an Introduction to Hydrology.





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    2 Responses to “Learning GIS - Resources for GIS Training”

    1. Lt Col Richardo Garcia on January 30th, 2008 4:33 pm

      I am the Deputy Director of the Special Anti Crime Unit of Trinidad and TObago (SAUTT) akin to the US FBI. I have a GIS dept set up in my unit and I need to source some basic and advanced training for one of my agents in the dept. Cpuld you recommend a suitable and qualified course and provider in the USA. Thanks very much

    2. Amy Stever on September 16th, 2008 4:26 am

      Lt. Col. Garcia -

      Did you find training in GIS as per your inquiry above? Penn State has an online certificate and masters program in GIS and perhaps we could discuss our options in non-credit programs too.

      Our Justice and Safety Institute already does business in Trinidad and Tobago with training for the national police force so we’d be delighted to work with you on this project. Our GIS faculty and department are one of the tops in the nation.

      I can be reached at 814 865-8697 or als39@psu.edu.

      all the best,

      Amy Stever
      Client Development Manager
      Penn State

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