GIS/GPS - Training Descriptions
| THE BASICS: For people who want to learn the basics of GPS and GIS |
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| FUNDAMENTALS: For people who want to become capable GPS and GIS users |
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| ADVANCED TOPICS: For GIS users seeking to expand their skills |
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| INTENSIVE: For people who want an intensive, project-based course on GPS and GIS |
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Getting to Know NH GRANIT Data Mapper
This 1-night course is designed for anyone interested in getting a basic introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and learning how to make maps of NH online. The basic technology behind GIS will be discussed, as will, how to get GIS data in NH, and NH’s free online GIS mapper (the NH GRANIT Data Mapper). No previous GIS or special software experience is needed, works on PC’s and Macs. Bring your GIS questions!
General topics:
GIS basics
making maps online
NH GRANIT Data Mapper
Aerial photos
Participants will about:
general GIS concepts,
the NH GIS database (NH GRANIT)
making NH maps online using NH GRANIT Data Mapper
including: aerial photographs, topography, wetlands, flood maps (DFIRMS), soils,
Software used:
NH GRANIT Data Mapper - [website]
| LENGTH: | 1-evening (6pm-8pm) |
| COST: | Free |
| SCHEDULE: (2009) | Jan 14 - Durham, NH [Register] |
| SCHEDULE: (2008) | Dec 8 - Keene, NH [Register] Oct 7 - Exeter, NH |
| NOTES: |
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Learn how to link digital pictures with corresponding GPS points for use in GIS maps! This course is designed to be useful for people with no prior GIS experience, as well as, current GIS users interested in collecting georeferenced digital pictures. Hyperlinking pictures with GPS points will allow pictures to be viewed interactively in GIS programs. Basic GIS concepts will be covered, including obtaining NH GIS data and creating GIS maps. Free GIS programs (AccuGlobe and Google Earth) are utilized for most of the GIS exercises, but instruction is provided for linking pictures in ESRI software.
General topics:
basic GPS
basic GIS
digital photos
Participants will learn to:
collect data with Garmin GPS receivers
export GPS data to GIS shapefiles
link GPS points to corresponding digital pictures
map GIS and GPS data with AccuGlobe and Google Earth
Software used:
DNR Garmin - [info] [download]
Photo2GPS - [info] [download]
AccuGlobe - [info] [download]
Google Earth - [info] [download]
| LENGTH: | 1-day (9am-4pm) |
| COST: | $90 |
| SCHEDULE: (2009) | None scheduled at this time |
| SCHEDULE: (2008) | Sep 25 - Concord, NH Feb 8 - Lebanon, NH |
| NOTES: | Course involves outside activities: please dress accordingly |
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Learn everything you ever wanted to know about how to use a handheld GPS receiver! These 3 hour workshops are designed to teach you about navigation and data collection with GPS receivers without taking up and entire day of the work week. These workshops are designed for people with no GPS experience, or basic GPS users who want to learn more about this ever more important technology. GPS & You I is the first of the series, and is required to take GPS & You II and III (you do not have to take II in order to take III). Courses will be offered throughout the year on evenings and Saturday mornings, providing flexibility to fit your busy schedule.
Instruction and computer exercises will be based on the provided handheld GPS units (Garmin GPS 76). This ensures consistency of instruction and allows us to cover all workshop materials in the time provided. If participants bring their own units to the workshop, the instructors will help translate the activities to these units as time allows. Keep in mind that the general concepts of GPS will be useful no matter what GPS unit you own, and that the instructor will not be familiar with all GPS units.
GPS & You I: GPS Basics - This course covers the basics of GPS technology, how to collect waypoints and how to navigate to points you have collected. Introductory presentations will explain the technology behind GPS, but most of the workshop will be spent outside putting handheld GPS receivers through their paces.
GPS & You II: Pictures, Points & Places - This course builds on GPS & You I to by taking the next step: downloading GPS data from your GPS unit on to your computer for use in GIS programs and Google Earth. In addition, we will cover the collection of digital photos in conjunction with GPS points, providing an interactive map of your pictures in GIS and Google Earth.
GPS & You III: Tracks & Routes - This course builds on GPS & You I to cover more sophisticated navigation and data collection. After a brief orientation to tracks and routes, nearly the entire workshop will be spent outside learning to collect tracks (including lines and areas) and to navigate along previously collected tracks (lines) and routes (a series of points).
General topics:
basic GPS
GPS navigation
GPS data collection
geocaching
downloading GPS data for GIS and Google Earth
linking pictures to points in GIS and Google Earth
Participants will learn to:
collect data with handheld GPS receivers (points, lines, areas)
navigate with handheld GPS receivers (points, routes, tracks)
use online resources for geocaching
export GPS data to GIS files and Google Earth
Software used:
DNR Garmin - [info] [download]
Photo2GPS - [info] [download]
AccuGlobe - [info] [download]
Google Earth - [info] [download]
| LENGTH: | afternoon (a) 1:00pm-4:00pm |
| COST: | $35 |
| SCHEDULE: (2009) | None scheduled at this time |
| SCHEDULE: I (2008) | (m) Nov 20 - Laconia, NH [Register] |
| SCHEDULE: II (2008) | (a) Nov 20 - Laconia, NH [Register] |
| SCHEDULE: III (2008) | (a) Oct 27 - Durham, NH [Register] |
| NOTES: | Courses involve outside activities: please dress accordingly |
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Learn GIS basics and explore a variety of GIS programs you can get for little or no cost (for PC’s and Macs)! This course is useful for people who have no prior GIS experience and GIS users interested in low cost options. The GIS world has experienced an explosion of free and inexpensive programs that allow users to make maps, edit data and perform geographic analysis without breaking the bank. In this workshop, participants will have a chance to get their feet wet with numerous free and low cost GIS programs, learning the pros and cons of each. We will also cover GIS basics, common types of GIS data, and getting GIS data in NH.
General topics:
GIS concepts
low cost GIS software
GIS data in NH
Participants will learn to:
make GIS maps
download free GIS data
edit and manipulate GIS data and tables
calculate area
query GIS data
use basic geoprocessing tools
symbolize GIS data
Software used:
AccuGlobe 2007 [chart]
Arc Explorer
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DIVA-GIS [chart]
fGIS [chart]
gvSIG [chart]
Google Earth - [info] [download]
MapWindow [chart]
NH GRANIT Data Mapper [info]
Quantum GIS [chart]
Tatuk Viewer [chart]
uDIG [chart]
| LENGTH: | 1-day (9am-4pm) |
| COST: | $90 |
| SCHEDULE: (2009) | Jan 12 - Durham NH [Register] |
| SCHEDULE: (2008) | Dec 9 - Keene, NH [Register] |
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Learn GIS basics and how to use ArcGIS 9 in a hands-on learning environment! This course is useful for people who have no prior GIS experience, but would like to become familiar with GIS concepts and basic techniques. The central goal of this workshop is to provide participants with the skills to manipulate GIS maps to answer commonly asked issues in community planning. Activities focus on the use of ArcGIS 9 to get information from GIS data layers, answer basic geospatial questions and manipulate attribute data. Each participant receives their own detailed step-by-step manual to use as a reference after the course is over.
General topics:
GIS concepts
Exploring GIS maps
ArcGIS 9.2
Participants will learn to:
query data
create buffers
use basic geoprocessing tools
manipulate attribute tables: add fields, calculate values
symbolize GIS data
import data into ArcGIS 9.2
Software used:
ArcGIS 9.2 - [info]
| LENGTH: | 1-day (9am-4pm) |
| COST: | $90 |
| SCHEDULE: (2009) | None scheduled at this time |
| SCHEDULE: (2008) | Dec 10 - Keene, NH [Register] |
| NOTES: | Free 60-day trial of ArcGIS 9.2 available at workshop |
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Learn how to use mapping quality GPS units to collect GIS data! This hands-on training walks you through the steps necessary to collect GPS data using Trimble Pro XR receivers. GPS data can be combined with other geographic data using GIS to provide a new and more informative way to map your community.
General topics:
GPS concepts
mapping quality GPS data collection
Participants will learn to:
design data dictionaries to collect attributes
collect data with mapping quality Trimble Pro XR receivers
post-correct GPS data
export GPS data to GIS shapefiles
Please note that participants in this workshop learn GPS skills, not GIS skills. Please see other workshop descriptions for information on GIS.
Software used:
Pathfinder Office
ArcGIS 9.2 - [info]
Mapping Quality GPS Units Available!
Participants who complete the GPS for GIS workshop may borrow UNH Cooperative Extension’s Trimble Pro XR receivers for any non-profit project. Click here to learn more about our GPS Loan Program.
| LENGTH: | 1-day (9am-4pm) |
| COST: | $115 |
| SCHEDULE: (2009) | none scheduled at this time |
| SCHEDULE: (2008) | none scheduled at this time |
| NOTES: | Course involves outside activities: please dress accordingly |
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Learn the basics of working with ArcView 3.3 in a hands-on learning environment! This course is useful for people who have no prior GIS experience. Familiarity with Windows is highly recommended. With a focus on New Hampshire data and applications, participants learn how to use ArcView 3.3 to produce attractive, effective maps. In addition, each participant receives their own detailed step-by-step manual to use as a reference after the course is over.
General Topics:
GIS concepts
GIS techniques
ArcView 3.3
Participants will learn to:
symbolize GIS data
add labels
query data
use geoprocessing tools: merge and buffer
manipulate attribute tables: add fields, calculate values, and join tables
import data into ArcView 3.3
design maps using layouts
Software used:
ArcView 3.3
| LENGTH: | 2-day (9am-4pm) |
| COST: | $300 standard, $200 reduced |
| SCHEDULE: (2009) | none scheduled at this time |
| SCHEDULE: (2008) | Jan 14-15 - Durham, NH |
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Learn the basics of working with ArcGIS 9.2 in a hands-on learning environment! This course is useful for people who have no prior GIS experience, as well as those who have used ArcView 3.x, but are new to ArcGIS 9.2. Familiarity with Windows is highly recommended. With a focus on New Hampshire data and applications, participants learn how to use ArcGIS 9.2 to produce attractive, effective maps. In addition, each participant receives their own detailed step-by-step manual to use as a reference after the course is over.
General topics:
GIS concepts
GIS techniques
ArcGIS 9.2
Participants will learn to:
symbolize GIS data
add labels and annotation
query data
use geoprocessing tools: merge, buffer, dissolve
manipulate attribute tables: adding fields, calculating values, and joining tables
import data into ArcGIS 9.2
design maps using layouts
Software used:
ArcGIS 9.2 - [info]
| LENGTH: | 3-day (9am-4pm) |
| COST: | $450 standard, $275 reduced |
| SCHEDULE: (2009) | Jan 13-15 - Durham, NH [Register] |
| SCHEDULE: (2008) | Nov 17-19 - Laconia, NH [Register] Jan 16-18 - Durham, NH |
| NOTES: | Free 60-day trial of ArcGIS 9.2 available at workshop
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CommunityViz is a software tool designed to help communities and regional planners quantify, visualize, and better understand the trade-offs of alternate land use futures at the community, watershed, or site scale. It is now being utilized by a number of regional planning agencies and communities in NH, and interest in its use is expected to increase as it is used in numerous community-level buildouts around the country. This course covers the basics of Community Viz and is designed for ArcGIS users with little or no experience with the Community Viz, although the materials should prove useful for those with more experience. The concepts and basic applications of Community Viz will be covered using a combination of presentations and hands-on exercises.
General topics:
basics of Community Viz
build-out analysis
suitability studies
Participants will learn to:
identify and prepare data for use in Community Viz
appreciate the potential and limitations of Community Viz
conduct build-out analysis
perform suitability studies
add basic formulas to analysis
make use of the Community Impacts Wizard
Software used:
ArcGIS 9.2 - [info]
Spatial Analyst - [info]
Community Viz - [info]
| LENGTH: | 1-day (9am-4pm) |
| COST: | $50 introductory price |
| SCHEDULE: (2009) | None scheduled at this time |
| SCHEDULE: (2008) | Dec 5 - Durham, NH [Register] |
| NOTES: |
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Co-occurrence & Habitat Mapping
This course covers the use of co-occurrence analysis, both simple and weighted, for compositing a variety of data layers to make important natural resource and societal decisions. This workshop will also cover a variety of techniques for mapping and analyzing habitat types, including the Landscape Fragmentation tool developed at University of Connecticut and the Habitat Priority Planner developed by the NOAA Coastal Services Center. A wide variety of GIS data layers will be used in the analyses, but we will focus on land cover, conservation lands, conservation priority areas and the NH Wildlife Action Plan.
General topics:
simple co-occurrence analysis
weighted co-occurrence analytics
habitat fragmentation
habitat prioritization
Participants will learn to:
use raster calculator to conduct simple co-occurrence analyses
conduct weighted co-occurrence analyses
make decisions about choosing layers and setting weighting factors
determine fragmentation patterns of habitats or land cover types
prioritize areas based on internal and external features
use NH Wildlife Action plan data in spatial analyses
Software used:
ArcGIS 9.2 - [info]
Spatial Analyst - [info]
Landscape Fragmentation Geoprocessing Tool - [info] [download 1] [download 2]
Habitat Priority Planner - [info] [download]
| LENGTH: | 1-day (9am-4pm) |
| COST: | $150 standard, $110 reduced |
| SCHEDULE: (2009) | None scheduled at this time |
| SCHEDULE: (2008) | Dec 11- Keene, NH [Register] |
| NOTES: |
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ModelBuilder is a powerful tool that provides much of the flexibility of a programming language without requiring any familiarity with programming. This course introduces ArcGIS users to ModelBuilder basics: how it works, how models can be created, edited and used to automate repetitive tasks or to run complex analyses.
General topics:
creating and running models using ModelBuilder
automation of geoprocesing
sharing models with other users
ArcGIS 9.2
Participants will learn to:
use the ModelBuilder interface to create and edit simple models
add data and connect geoprocessing tasks to input/output datasets
automate geoprocessing workflows
establish model properties
control data parameters and variables in models
add models as tools to ArcToolbox
run models from the ModelBuilder interface or from ArcToolbox
create user documentation and help files
make models generic (transferable to other ArcGIS users)
Software used:
ArcGIS 9.2 - [info]
ModelBuilder - [info]
| LENGTH: | 1-day (9am-4pm) |
| COST: | $150 standard, $110 reduced |
| SCHEDULE: (2009) | None scheduled at this time |
| SCHEDULE: (2008) | Nov 5 - Concord, NH [Register] |
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This course is designed for natural resource professionals,
planners, and volunteers, particularly those who work at a regional or
watershed level. Participants will learn how to use the ArcGIS Spatial
Analyst extension to display and manipulate data such as the NH Land Cover
data and Digital Elevation Models (DEMs). In addition to developing familiarity
with these data layers, participants will learn how to apply these tools
and data to watershed issues. ArcHydro is introduced in this course and used for watershed delineation, in addition to other analysis. Familiarity with ArcGIS 9.x is required.
General topics:
spatial analysis concepts
spatial analysis techniques
watershed analysis
Participants will learn to:
delineate watershed using ArcHydro and digital elevation models
use the National Hydrography Dataset
evaluate watershed condition using land cover data
work with impervious surface data to estimate land use change over time
Software used:
ArcGIS 9.2 - [info]
Spatial Analyst - [info]
ArcHydro - [info] [download]
| LENGTH: | 1-day (9am-4pm) |
| COST: | $150 standard, $110 reduced |
| SCHEDULE: (2009) | None scheduled at this time |
| SCHEDULE: (2008) | Oct 8 - Concord, NH Mar 18 - Durham, NH |
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This 10-day course is designed for educators and others interested in exploring natural and societal resources using Geographic Information System (GIS) technology. The course combines learning about natural resource management and community planning with developing skills in ArcGIS 9 GIS software. Participants map natural resources and community assets while exploring protection strategies for their communities. Activities will involve informational lectures on course topics by experts in each field from local, state and federal entities, immediately followed by hands-on related GIS exercises.
Course content is appropriate for all people interested in using GIS to map community resources, including high school or middle school educators, town employees, conservation commissions and planning board representatives. Participating schools can receive free licenses of ArcGIS 9.2 software (sorry, schools only!). Familiarity with Windows is recommended, but no previous experience in GIS or Global Positioning Systems (GPS) is needed.
General topics:
GIS concepts
GPS concepts
GIS mapping and analysis
GPS data collection
ArcGIS 9.2
Using GPS in GIS
Hyperlinking images in GIS
Participants will learn to:
symbolize GIS data; add labels and annotation
query data
use geoprocessing tools: merge, buffer, dissolve;
manipulate attribute tables: add fields, calculate values, and join tables
import data into ArcGIS 9.2
design maps using layouts
collect GPS data
import GPS data into GIS
hyperlink images to GPS points
work with a wide variety of GIS data layers including: surface water, groundwater, soils, wetlands, community infrastructure, conservation lands, Wildlife Action Plan
develop natural resource inventories
Software used:
ArcGIS 9.2 - [info]
DNR Garmin - [info] [download]
Photo2GPS - [info] [download]
Google Earth - [info] [download]
Google SketchUp - [info] [download]
Each student will be provided with GIS data for their area of interest and will develop a community mapping project throughout the course. Students taking the course for credit must submit a project by July 31.
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GIS for Community Decision Makers
This 12-night course offered in partnership with the NH Technical Institute is designed for planners and others interested in exploring natural and societal resources using Geographic Information System (GIS) technology. The course combines learning about natural resource management and community planning with developing skills in ArcGIS 9.2 GIS software. Participants map natural resources and community assets while exploring protection strategies for their communities. Activities will involve informational lectures on course topics, immediately followed by hands-on related GIS exercises.
Course content is appropriate for all people interested in using GIS to map community resources, including educators, town employees, conservation commissions, state agency employees and planning board representatives. Familiarity with Windows is recommended, but no previous experience in GIS or Global Positioning Systems (GPS) is needed.
General topics:
GIS & GPS concepts
GIS mapping and analysis
GPS data collection
ArcGIS 9.2
Using GPS in GIS
Hyperlinking images in GIS
Displaying data in Google Earth
Participants will learn to:
symbolize GIS data; add labels and annotation
query data
use geoprocessing tools: merge, buffer, dissolve;
manipulate attribute tables: add fields, calculate values, and join tables
import data into ArcGIS 9.2
design maps using layouts
collect mapping quality GPS data
import GPS data into GIS
hyperlink images to GPS points
work with a wide variety of GIS data layers including: surface water, wetlands, community infrastructure, conservation lands, NH Wildlife Action Plan
develop co-occurrence maps
Software used:
ArcGIS 9.2
DNR Garmin
Google Earth
Google SketchUp
Photo2GPS
| LENGTH: | 12 evenings over 13 weeks |
| COST: | $625 tuition + $50 lab fee = $675 total cost |
| SCHEDULE: (2009) | None scheduled at this time |
| SCHEDULE: (2008) | Thursday nights from Sep 25 to Dec 11 (no class on Nov 27), from 6-9pm at NH Technical Institute in Concord, NH |
| NOTES: | Students will each have their own desktop computers to use during class. Students will be provided with data and support if they choose to work on community projects. |
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GIS for Community Decision Makers Online
This 10-week online course is designed for local government officials and others interested in using Geographic Information System (GIS) technology for mapping town resources and as part of the planning process. The course combines learning about natural resource management and community planning with developing skills in ArcGIS 9.2 GIS software. Participants will learn to map natural and societal community assets, as well as, use GIS to conduct suitability analyses. Activities will involve informational lectures on course topics by experts from local, state and federal entities, and hands-on related GIS exercises.
Course content is appropriate for all people interested in using GIS to map community resources, educators, town employees, conservation commissions and planning board representatives. Familiarity with Windows is recommended, but no previous experience in GIS is needed.
General topics:
basic GIS concepts
GIS mapping and analysis
creating GIS data for your town
Water Resources & Wetlands
Groundwater & Conservation Lands
Wildlife Action Plan & Transportation
Natural Resource Inventories
Soils & Groundwater
bringing GPS data into GIS
where to get GIS data in NH
sharing GIS maps with others
Participants will learn to:
symbolize GIS data
add labels and annotation
query data
use geoprocessing tools: merge, buffer, dissolve
manipulate attribute tables by adding fields, calculating values, and joining tables
import data into ArcGIS 9
design maps using layouts
import GPS data into GIS
work with a wide variety of GIS data layers including: surface water, groundwater, soils, wetlands, transportation, conservation lands, wildlife action plan
develop natural resource inventories
display GIS data in Google Earth
develop GIS data
share GIS maps
Software used:
ArcGIS 9.2
DNR Garmin
Google Earth
| LENGTH: | 12 evenings over 13 weeks |
| COST: | $550 (+$65 for Getting to Know ArcGIS Second Edition if you do not have ArcGIS) |
| SCHEDULE: (2009) | None scheduled at this time |
| SCHEDULE: (2008) | Thursday nights from Sep 25 to Dec 11 (no class on Nov 27), from 6-9pm |
| NOTES: | All participants will need DNR Garmin (free), Google Earth (free) and ArcGIS 9.2 on their own computer. Participants without ArcGIS 9.2 can get a six month license by purchasing the book listed above. We can provide some technical support with software installations. All classes will be conducted online using LearnLinc. High speed internet access is suggested, but not necessary for participation. Computer headsets are suggested, but not required. |
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he goal of GIS for Field Scientists is to teach students GIS and GPS, and have these skills immediately applied to the type of mapping projects and analysis commonly confronted by field researchers and scientists. As part of the required class project, we provide opportunities for students to utilize their newfound skills in conjunction with on-going research activities, including collaborations with other Shoals courses and field scientists working on the island. We are also open to students developing projects based on their own interests, especially when their interests coincide with their academic programs.
General topics:
GIS concepts
GPS concepts
GIS mapping and analysis
GPS data collection
ArcGIS 9.2
Using GPS in GIS
Hyperlinking images in GIS
Participants will learn to:
symbolize GIS data; add labels and annotation
query data
use geoprocessing tools: merge, buffer, dissolve;
manipulate attribute tables: add fields, calculate values, and join tables
import data into ArcGIS 9.2
design maps using layouts
import GPS data into GIS
hyperlink images to GPS points
develop a data collection plan
structure GIS project files
Software used:
ArcGIS 9.2
DNR Garmin
Google Earth
Google SketchUp
Photo2GPS
| LENGTH: | 8 days |
| COST: | $1675 |
| SCHEDULE: (2008) | Tentatively scheduled for summer 2009 |
| NOTES: | Course takes place at Shoals Marine Lab on Appledore Island, ME. Students need to apply through SML for course registration. Students will reside on Appledore Island for the duration of the course. Lodging, meals, transportation to and from the Island and two academic credits through either Cornell or the University of NH are included in the course cost. Shoals website page for course [link] Course syllabus [PDF] |
