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Google Earth and ArcGIS Integration for Local Government Users

Most local government agencies have large collections of GIS data in various formats including shapefiles, geodatabases, grids, tins, CAD, and others.  Sharing this data with colleagues and the public is often a challenge.  Before distributing data you have to answer many questions.  Does my end user have the appropriate software to view the data?  Do they know how to use the software?  Do they understand how to add the data into the viewer?  Should I create a web mapping application for end users?  Converting your existing GIS data to a Google Earth KML format offers many advantages in terms of data distribution to end users and it also offers many new ways of presenting information.  This course, geared specifically for local government GIS specialists, will teach you techniques for converting your datasets, creating compelling and interactive Google Earth displays, and sharing the data with your end users.

Notes:

• Register your entire GIS group for $199.00 (up to 8 people)
• This course makes extensive use of Arc2Earth.  You will be provided with an evaluation copy of Arc2Earth to use during the course.
• Exercises and data will focus on typical local government datasets

Modules

• Benefits of Converting ArcGIS Data to Google Earth Format 
• What Google Earth Version Should I Use?
• KML: The Language of Google Earth
• Tools for Converting ArcGIS Data to Google Earth
• The Easy Stuff: Convering Points, Lines, Polygons, and Graphics
• The Not So Easy Stuff: Displaying Spatial Analyst Grids, Aerial Imagery, and Other Image Files
• The Hard Stuff: Techniques for Displaying Large Datasets
• The Fun Stuff: 3D Data Displays, Geography with a Time Element, Info Balloons with HTML, Images, and Video, Guided Tours
• Eye Candy: Creating Legends and Logos 
• Google Earth without an Internet Connection
• Techniques and Tools for Sharing Google Earth Data with End Users

Next Session
January 11th - January 22nd

Online Registration
Individual Registration $149.00

Register the Entire Organization $199.00 (2-8 people) 
After registration please email names and email addresses of participants to eric at geospatialtraining.com
 

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This is an instructor guided course taught in a Virtual GIS Classroom using the same technologies implemented by colleges and universities around the world to deliver Internet based courses. Our new Virtual GIS Classroom blends the best of instructor led and e-learning formats into a new instructor led web based format that allows for more interactivity between the instructor and student, and between students. The Virtual GIS Classroom Internet platform has the following features for each course:

• Audio and video lectures
• Video software demonstrations
• Supporting exercises and data
• Class forums and chats
• Upload and download of course assignments and exercises
• Course wikis
• Supplemental reading materials
• Quizzes
• Glossaries
• Peer assessment
• Much more!

The biggest difference in this course and our other offerings is that it is an instructor guided course. Where our traditional products have been in a CD/download, self-paced format this new course will feature a lot of interaction between student and instructor. There will be chat sessions, discussion groups, exercise review with the instructor, and at least two phone meetings between student and instructor to discuss your progress. In addition, there will be interaction among students as well through discussion groups.

Software Requirements
Google Earth 5.0, ArcGIS Desktop 9.x (any license level), Web Browser, Text Editor such as jEdit or Notepad++

Who Should Attend?
This course is geared toward individuals working in local government. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any particular times when I need to be present in the class?
No, this course is completely self paced and we typically have people from around the world in classes of this type so we don’t have a specific time period when you need to be present.  These classes are designed for individuals who need high level training, but on a flexible schedule.  The course is open through a secure server 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  We do schedule a weekly chat session which is a good opportunity for everyone to come together to discuss the course.  This session is not mandatory though. 

What happens if I don’t finish in the allotted time?
Although the course is scheduled to finish within a 2 week timeframe you do have access to the course site for a full year which allows for ample time to finish the courses and review as necessary.

How will I interact with the instructor if I have questions or problems?
You will have access to the course instructor through chat, email, discussion boards, and phone.  Our policy is to answer all questions within 24 hours, but during weekdays we normally respond within an hour.  Chat sessions are scheduled for the entire class once per week, and you can also schedule one on one chat sessions for private interaction with the instructor.

In what format is the course delivered?
The course is delivered through a secure Internet site that requires registration.  All lectures are delivered via a Flash format that contains both audio and video lecture materials.  In addition, software demonstrations are provided.  Exercises are delivered though the course site in Adobe (PDF) format.  All exercises access data through the Internet. 

What will I receive upon completion of the course?
Upon completion of the course you will receive a certificate of completion which can be used for education credits toward your GISP certification through GISCI.

Do I need programming experience to complete the course?
No