GEOMAP Offers Geographic Information Systems Training Courses

The Institute for Geospatial Analysis & Mapping (GEOMAP) at Illinois State University is offering training courses on the use of advanced Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software, GIS data usage and basic Global Positioning System (GPS) technology. 

GEOMAP is offering “Introduction to ArcGIS I,” the premier training on ArcGIS 9.2 software, on Feb. 8 & 9, April 11 & 12, and May 8 & 9.  The intensive two-day training sessions are intended for those new to GIS or those wishing to explore further their knowledge of GIS software.  Courses will be held in Felmley Hall at Illinois State.

ArcGIS is full-featured GIS software for visualization, creation, management, and analysis of geographic data and is made by ESRI, a leading producer of GIS technology.  For more information on ArcGIS software visit esri.com Training sessions are conducted by GEOMAP research associate Gretchen Knapp, one of two ESRI-authorized instructors in the State of Illinois.                     

The three-hour introductory course, “Finding and Using GIS Data” will be held on March 1.  The course will show participants where to look for dependable sources of commonly used GIS data.

“Introduction to GPS” will be held on May 3.  The three-hour workshop will provide users with a basic understanding of GPS and its many uses.

GIS is a fast growing sector of the job market in both the public and private sectors. GIS applications are used by a wide range of professionals including geographers, planners, engineers, architects, environmental scientists, epidemiologists, market analysts and others to analyze spatial data. Land use management, political redistricting, flood risk assessment, emergency response, transportation, marketing, public health, wildlife resource management, and crime prevention also depend on GIS.

For a full class schedule, availability and pricing, including corporate, governmental, and academic discounts, please contact GEOMAP at (309) 438-5556, geknapp@ilstu.edu or visit https://lilt.ilstu.edu/GIS