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Basics in Geographical information Systems

Course overview

Do you want to learn about GIS? Do you want to be able to build maps, store and share data, and analyze geographical information? If so, Finstock Evarsity college is the right place to be.This online course is geared towards the fundamentals of GIS.

The Basics in Geographical information Systems Course offered at Finstock Evarsity College is a 1 month online program examined by Finstock Evarsity College. A certificate of completion is issued upon completion of the course.

In this course, you’ll be able to explore the world of spatial analysis, cartography, and 3D. For example, you will learn how to build story maps and perform image classification.

you will  also be able to define the main principles of a Geographic Information System. Put your spatial skills to the test and become proficient in the industry-standard software, Esri ArcGIS Pro.

Learners will work through the various course projects to gain experience and skills related to geographic information systems. Each course reviews the concepts in a final project to reinforce your learning. Each course builds on the knowledge of the previous and the Specialization culminates with a capstone where you will design and execute a complete GIS-based analysis – from identifying a concept, question or issue you wish to develop, all the way to final data products and maps that you can add to your portfolio.

What you'll learn

There is more data flowing around the globe than ever before, and it's often challenging to discover and understand relationships, patterns, and trends in all that data.

In this course, Introduction to GIS for Developers, you'll learn how a geographic information system (GIS) can be used to reveal patterns hidden in the location information of a dataset.

• First, you'll learn ways to find authoritative GIS data, or create your own.
• Next, you'll explore techniques for visualizing GIS data on an interactive map.
• After that, you'll learn ways to analyze GIS data to expose spatial relationships and trends.
• Finally, you'll discover how sharing GIS data and apps can increase their value for solving real-world problems.

When you're finished with this GIS developer training, you'll have the skills and knowledge needed to begin harnessing the power of GIS in your own projects.

How This Course Will Benefit Your Career

At the end of the course, students will be able to: 

• Become proficient in the use of GIS tools to conduct spatial analyses and build maps that are fit-for-purpose.
• Understand the data creation process and create simple data sets and/or add to existing data.
• Perform basic spatial analyses (attribute and spatial queries, buffering, overlays) as well as linking these methods together in a more complex analytical model.
• Create high-quality maps and associated graphics and text that clearly communicate spatial information and analyses.

What jobs will I qualify for?

This course will enhance students' skills in careers such as: 

• Conservationist 
• Climate Scientist 
• GIS Manager 
• App Developer 

 Mode of Delivery

Home and/or office-based media employing a variety of self-instructional electronic and online self-study materials, such as; written self-instructional study modules, online interactive devices and self-tests, cloud-based content, videos of lectures mediated technical learning materials e.g., audio visual and e-learning materials

What we offer

FINSTOCK EVARSITY COLLEGE offers a wide range of courses that are geared towards job creation as well as employment. Our courses and product offerings are categorized as online college based, degree programs, freemium courses and premium resource

Both freemium and premium online courses come with certificates of completion and you can register instantly and begin studying at your convenience.

Enroll and study in one of the best schools in the world. Listen to the advice of the best. Participate in training sessions with industry experts to learn more about your career options. Take classes with students from all over the world. Join us at FINSTOCK EVARSITY COLLEGE for the best learning experience.

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