This workshop will discover the capabilities of the geodatabase and how to migrate existing GIS data to build a geodatabase for ArcGIS 9 with focus on federal, state, local and tribal agencies applications. This workshop will demonstrate the core functionality of both the Personal and Enterprise Geodatabase. This the workshop will also focus on the strengths and advantages of migrating to the Geodatabase model. This workshop is ideal for anyone who is thinking about migrating towards the Geodatabase model.

This workshop focuses on how to view, analyze, and integrate raster data particularly air-borne and satellite remote sensing data into GIS.

This workshop will provide participants with a complete overview of the GPS to GIS cycle, from data collection to incorporating into GIS. Each course participant will learn how to complete a mapping project from start to finish. It teaches the basics of GPS and how to collect and process data using Trimble GeoXT GPS equipment. The training will include both a classroom session and a field exercise.

In this workshop, participants will learn about the Python scripting language and how it can be used to access the geoprocessing functionality in ArcGIS 9. Participants begin the course by understanding Python scripting syntax; progress to writing scripts for geoprocessing operations; and finish by incorporating Python scripts as tools in ArcToolbox. Scripting is easy to learn, so introductory-level programmers are welcome. However, some knowledge of fundamental programming techniques, such as loops and conditional statements, is required. Participants should have basic knowledge of ArcGIS desktop software.