Introduction to GIS
Earners of the Introduction to Geographic Information Systems badge have developed a practical understanding of basic GIS concepts, geoprocessing techniques & data resources and can apply this knowledge to real-world situations across multiple disciplines.
- Type Learning
- Level Foundational
- Time Weeks
- Cost Paid
Skills
- Apply Commonly Used Vector & Raster Geoprocessing Tools
- Assemble Map Layouts & Web Maps With Custom Formatting & Symbology
- Basic Principles Of Remote Sensing & GPS
- Best Practices For Creating
- Calculate & Update Vector Attribute Values
- Create
- Differentiate The Vector & Raster Data Models And File Types
- Effectively Communicate Using The Language Of GIS
- Employ Data From A Map Service In A Geoprocessing Workflow
- Geographic Information Systems
- Identify & Access Publicly Available Data
- Interpret Geoprocessing Error Messages
- Managing And Sharing Geospatial & Tabular Data
- Projections & Coordinate Systems
- Query
- Spatial Analysis Using Desktop And Web-based GIS Software
- Storing
- Transform & Subset Data
- Use Metadata To Interpret Data Purpose & Attribution