Course Outline
Introduction
Geospatial and Spatial Data
- Vector vs Raster data
- Metadata
- Projection and coordinate systems
In-Depth Python
- Data types
- Variables, functions, and conditional statements
- Loops and lists
- Classes and objects
ArcPy for ArcGIS
- Help overview
- Tool and Python references
Setting Up the Development Environment
- Installing and configuring ArcGIS Desktop
Geoprocessing and Workflows
- Creating a project
- Saving code as a script
- Working with toolboxes
- Creating a custom toolbox
- Documenting scripts
- Overwriting output
- Configuring the current workspace and extent during geoprocessing
ArcPy Package
- Performing inventory
- Listing workspaces, datasets, classes, tables, and fields
- Describing and traversing data
- Working with geometries
- Using arcpy.da
- Implementing symbology
- Adding and manipulating layers
Summary and Conclusion
*ArcGIS is a trademark, service mark, and registered mark of Esri in the United States, EU, and other international jurisdictions. Esri has not reviewed this training course for completeness, accuracy, or quality, and as such, does not endorse, sponsor, or affiliate with this training course.
Requirements
- A foundational understanding of ArcGIS
Target Audience
- GIS Analysts
Testimonials (2)
Hands-on examples allowed us to get an actual feel for how the program works. Good explanations and integration of theoretical concepts and how they relate to practical applications.
Ian - Archeoworks Inc.
Course - ArcGIS Fundamentals
Radomir was very patient and helpful when I got stuck. He was very knowledgeable about the subject matter, and his explanations on different concepts were detailed and thorough.
