SimpleDEMViewer browses DEM (Digital Elevation Model) data as pictures. It displays color elevation maps with shading. It supports gtopo30, etopo2, etopo5, globe. Free download Geography apps and games.
THE MANY FACES OF GIS
Resources Page for The Many Faces of GIS Web Symposium
AAPG - Ellison Miles Geotechnology Institute
contact: susan nash, ph.d. snash@aapg.org
Archived pdf of the PowerPoint presentation: http://www.zenzebra.net/_gis/gis-webinar-powerpoint-2009-03-27.pdf
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For CEU Credit
Review the readings linked to on this page, as well as the powerpoint linked here: http://www.zenzebra.net/_gis/gis-webinar-powerpoint-2009-03-27.pdf
Please answer the following questions:
- Discuss uses of GIS in petroleum exploration and production.
- Discuss the RMOTC Teapot Dome data set.Where can you obtain it? (see powerpoint for link)
- List sources of GIS information
- List software used in managing GIS information. Which software is free? Which is not? Briefl compare and contrast.
- List products that can help your productivity. Briefly describe each.
Send your responses to AAPG Education and Continuing Education (educate@aapg.org).Be sure to include your full name, your mailing address, and your email address.
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Getting started with GIS
Getting Started with Geographical Information Systems
http://www.gis.rgs.org/
Review the website.What are your applications?How can you best use GIS in your work?
Many Faces of GIS PowerPoint presentation:Please review the presentation.
http://www.zenzebra.net/_gis
What are the top data sources? Which ones are effective for you?
FREE GIS SOFTWARE
DIVA-GIS
http://www.diva-gis.org/
PC only-- Free GIS application specializing in analysing species distribution and climate data; includes tools for modeling distributions (Bioclim, Domain) and evaluating models.
LandSerf
http://www.soi.city.ac.uk/~jwo/landserf/
Unix, Linux, PC & MAC -- A Java-based program so runs in any environment that supports Java (e.g. Linux, Unix, too). Fully functional GIS application with a new version coming soon that will allow macro programming and map algebra.
GRASS GIS
http://grass.itc.it/
Unix, PC & MAC -- Stands for Geographic Resources Analysis Support System, an open-source application that is constantly being improved (since 1982). They even have a Wikipedia entry. Natively Unix, so PC users must first install Unix compatibility software (easy); next version is supposed to work directly in Win (easier)! Powerful.
Google Earth
Simpleviewer Pro
http://earth.google.com/
Linux, PC & MAC -- What it lacks in spatial analysis chops, it makes up for great visualization tools and easy to use format.
ArcExplorer
http://www.esri.com/software/arcexplorer/explorer.html
PC & MAC -- Lightweight Java, ArcView-like program for data visualization, spatial and attributes queries, and map making. Check for the version that works best for you.
uDIG
http://udig.refractions.net/
Linux, PC & MAC -- User-friendly Desktop Internet-based GIS program; open-source and somewhat ESRI-like GUI.
SimpleDEMViewer
http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/math_science/simpledemviewer.html
MAC -- As it says, simple DEM viewer where you can show routes, elevation profiles and areas in simple, easy formats and many different projections; very pretty.
GIS INTEGRATION
GIS Integration -- article from Public CIO
http://www.govtech.com/pcio/125490
A GIS and SAP Integration
http://proceedings.esri.com/library/userconf/proc02/pap0387/p0387.htm
The system is a GIS that integrates geographic resources with Business Intelligence data from SAP/R3 and BW. The business features are stores and wholesalers, daily updated by an automated process of extraction from BW, geocoding and spatial related attribute processing. It has a simple interface that makes service provider contract management and analysis easier. Standard map functionalities are available. The most relevant functionalities are map queries used as OLAP queries filter and the joining of BW queries and map features, enabling spatial analysis or thematic maps creation over the SAP data.
Best Practices: GIS and SAP Integration
http://www.esri.com/library/bestpractices/using-gis-and-sap.pdf
(ESRI manual:39 pages)
OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE
MapWindow GIS Open Source
http://www.mapwindow.org/
SOFTWARE FOR INTEGRATION
Simpledemviewer
Using Maptitude for Integration:
http://www.caliper.com/maptovu.htm
Using Manifold for Integration
http://www.manifold.net/index.shtml
Tiles2kmlPro 2.31
http://www.tucows.com/preview/510858
T2K Pro integrates the rich world of GIS datasets and transfers your Geographic information data into Google earth.
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MORE FREE GIS RESOURCES
DIVA
Mapping and Analysis of Spatial Data
http://www.diva-gis.org/
DIVA-GIS is a free mapping program, sometimes called geographic information system (GIS), that can be used for many different purposes. It is particularly useful for mapping and analyzing biodiversity data, such as the distribution of species, or other 'point-distributions'.
With DIVA-GIS you can:
Make maps of the world or of a very small place, integrating, for example, state boundaries, rivers, a satellite image, and the locations of sites where an animal species was observed.
Make grid maps of the distribution of biological diversity, to identify “hotspots” and areas that have complementary levels of diversity.
FLOWMAP
http://flowmap.geog.uu.nl/
Flowmap is a software package dedicated to analyzing and displaying interaction or flow data. This type of data is special in the sense that there are two different geographic locations connected to each data item: An origin location where the flow starts and an destination location where the flow ends. The flow data itself can be people (e.g. commuters, shoppers, hospital visitors), goods, usage of agricultural services or telecommunication and so on.
GRASS
http://grass.osgeo.org/
Over the past decade Geographical Information Systems (GIS) have evolved from a highly specialized niche to a technology that affects nearly every aspect of our lives, from finding driving directions to managing natural disasters.
GRASS APPLICATIONS
http://grass.osgeo.org/applications/index.php
GRASS GIS is a general purpose raster/vector GIS combined with integrated image processing and data visualization subsystems. It includes a large number of modules for management, processing, analysis and visualization of georeferenced data.
Unlike most proprietary GIS, GRASS provides complete access to its internal structure and algorithms. Advanced users who want to write their own GIS modules may therefore learn from existing modules as well as by reading the ``GRASS Programmer's Manual'. The documented GRASS GIS libraries with the Application Programming Interface (API) make the new module development more efficient and allow to integrate new functionality into GRASS. Applications can be also written with shell scripts to automate the GIS workflow.
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DIGITIZER PENS FOR GIS
CAPTURX
With Capturx™ software, mobile workers can immediately share field data to improve collaboration and speed decision making, without the extra time and cost of scanning, sending, and transcribing paper – or deploying mobile computers.Forms, maps and CAD designs can be printed on ordinary paper and marked up with a standard digital pen, which digitizes the handwriting and integrates the data directly into Microsoft™ Office, Autodesk, and ArcGIS.
OTHER TOOLS
Hawth's Analysis Tools for ArcGIS
http://www.spatialecology.com/htools/tooldesc.php
HawthsTools2 is a free extension for ArcGIS (ArcMap) containing numerous tools that automate repetitive tasks and enable new functionality relating to ecological analyses.
Simpleviewerexampleqt
Analysis Tools
Sampling Tools
Conditional Point Sampling Tool
Raster Tools
Tabe Tools
Vector Editing Tools
Specialist Tools
Other Tools
XTools Pro - extension for ArcGIS
http://www.xtoolspro.com/
Originally developed as a set of useful vector spatial analysis, shape conversion and table management tools for ArcView GIS 3.x. XTools extension was then converted by Data East to ESRI ArcGIS environment and now is re-designed, enhanced and extended as XTools Pro to get to the newer level of functionality and performance.
RUGGEDIZED GPS DATA COLLECTION UNITS
Trimble Ruggedized GPS hardware / computers
http://www.trimble.com/mgis.shtml
Geo-References / Geo-Capturing
Digital Photogrammetric System
http://www.inpho.de/index.php?seite=photogrammetric_systems&navigation=1905&root=165&kanal=html
GPS Tutorial:http://www.trimble.com/gps/index.shtml
ESRI PRODUCTS AND SERVICES -- FREE 'LITE' VERSIONS AND TRAINING
ARCVoyager Special Edition:
http://www.esri.com/industries/k-12/education/voyager.html#special
http://gis.esri.com/company/moreinfo/index.cfm
This is basic, but if you're getting started, could be helpful.'ArcVoyager' was created by ESRI's Schools and Libraries team to go along with ArcView. It is a 50-mb package of carefully selected data, ArcView projects, and help files, in a tiered format. There are comparable Windows and Macintosh versions. The help files are written broadly to a 'junior high' level, but ArcVoyager is being used effectively by elementary teachers, middle school students, high schoolers, librarians, college instructors, museum professionals, or parents.
ArcVoyager Special Edition is on our 'GIS for Schools and Libraries CD version 5,' available for free upon request. The materials on the CD including ArcVoyager Special Edition can be installed on any number of computers, including those at students' homes.
ESRI Virtual Campus Course: Getting Started with GIS
http://training.esri.com/acb2000/showdetl.cfm?DID=6&Product_ID=915
Geographic information systems (GIS) have changed the way many governments and organizations conduct business, solve problems, and plan for the future. This course provides a foundation for understanding what a geographic information system is and the possibilities it offers for discovering patterns, relationships, and trends. You learn how GIS maps are different from other types of paper and digital maps, what makes the data used in a GIS unique, and how to use GIS software to obtain information and create meaningful maps. In interactive exercises and activities throughout the course, you work with ArcGIS software and see how a GIS supports problem solving in many different contexts.
Live Training Seminars
http://training.esri.com/campus/seminars/recordings.cfm
Our Training Seminars offer live, interactive, and free training by technical experts.Users can attend a wide variety of topics through webcasts or view previously presented topics.
Instructional Podcasts
http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/instructional_series.html
The ESRI Instructional Series offers free short audio recordings that focus on hot topics such as tips to improve your workflow, tricks for optimizing your geodatabase, and updates on new software features
Desktop Help Tutorials
http://webhelp.esri.com/arcgisdesktop/9.3/index.cfm?TopicName=Tutorials
The ArcGIS Desktop Tutorials run through examples and workflows commonly used in GIS.These tutorials are designed for users new to ArcGIS, helping them learn to use the software.
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BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT COURSES
IN GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Simpleviewer Inc
GIS Introduction for Conservation Professionals
Training Type: Instructor Led Training
Vendor Information: National Conservation Training Center ( )
Duration:
Description: A geographic information system (GIS) is a powerful tool that can assist conservation professionals in natural resource-related projects. This course ...[more]
Objectives: Describe the basic functioning of GIS technology and its application to natural resource management; Make decisions in the application of GIS technology to natural resource issues; Create and print maps; and Use GIS software for natural resource applications.
GIS Use for Wildlife Habitat Management (Intermediate)
Training Type: Instructor Led Training
Vendor Information: National Conservation Training Center ( )
Duration:
Description: A desktop geographic information system (GIS) can assist natural resource professionals and biologists in making decisions and conducting analysis of...[more]
Objectives: Learn and study examples of practical GIS applications to wildlife habitat analysis; Use GIS to calculate wildlife habitat values and parameters such as edge, area, and abundance; Apply GIS to habitat and population modeling, monitoring, and analysis; and Learn specialized tools and techniques available in GIS software that can be applied to natural resource and wildlife habitat management.
GIS Design for Natural Resource Lands Management
Training Type: Instructor Led Training
Vendor Information: National Conservation Training Center ( )
Duration:
Description: A geographic information system (GIS) is a valuable tool that can assist in decision-making and planning for refuges and other wildlife management are...[more]
Objectives: Successfully conduct a user needs assessment and problem analysis; Define GIS design issues for refuges and other small-area projects, including sources of input, raster vs. vector data types, and data quality and resolution issues; Learn various sources and methods for small-area data acquisition; and Learn different approaches and techniques for refuge and wildlife management area GIS project planning and analysis.
GIS Design for Aquatic Resources Management
Training Type: Instructor Led Training
Duration:
Description: Geographic information systems (GIS) are becoming invaluable and necessary tools within the aquatic resource community. This technology can assist fis...[more]
Objectives: Successfully conduct a user needs assessment and problem analysis; Define GIS design issues for fisheries management and other aquatic projects, including sources of input, data types, and data quality and resolution issues; Learn various sources and methods for data acquisition; Learn different approaches and techniques for fisheries management; and Plan and design a GIS for aquatic resources.
Characterization of Abandoned Mine Lands
Training Type: Instructor Led Training
Vendor Information: Bureau of Land Management National Training Center ( )
Duration:
Description: This 1-week course is an overview of abandoned mine site characterization and BLM reclamation case studies. It features hands-on training in the u...[more]
Objectives: Upon completion of this class, students will be able to: - - Perform in-house, low cost, environmental characterizations using state-of-the-art field techniques and interpretative tools. Teaches how to engage others to effectively get the job done. Teaches skills needed to work with publics or monitor user groups. Interagency and interdisciplinary participants in the class learn how to work together cooperatively.
GIS Design and Use for ES Field Stations
Training Type: Instructor Led Training
Vendor Information: National Conservation Training Center ( )
Duration:
Description: Learn how to design and use a geographic information system (GIS) for a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Ecological Services (ES) field station. This i...[more]
Objectives: *Discuss GIS design issues for large-area ES projects, including data acquisition, data management, coordinate systems, metadata, and logging system integration; *Learn how to collect basic location data from a GPS unit and incorporate that data into a GIS; *Apply GIS software analysis techniques (including modeling) to ES field station projects.
Framework Data Content Base Standard
Training Type: Online Training
Vendor Information: USGS-OED (ID2450-TEL)
Duration: 180 minutes
Description: PLEASE NOTE: You must contact Tj Lane (tjlane@usgs.gov) to get an ID and Password to take this course. The National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSD...[more]
Objectives: Module 1--Understanding Framework: • Define Framework and describe the Framework concept. • List the 7 thematic elements of Framework. • Discuss the impact of implementing Framework standards. Module 2--Framework Data Content Standards Suite: • Discuss the purpose of the standard suite. • Identify the proper use of the standards. Module 3--Framework Data Content Base Standard: • Discuss the purpose of the Framework Base Standard and its importance. • Describe how the Base Standard differs from the thematic standards. Module 4--Implementing the Framework Base Standard: • Describe the importance of the application schema, the data dictionary, and the metadata. • Describe the importance of the permanent identifier. • Identify the Framework modeling and markup languages.
TIPS-ArcPAD 7: Mobile GIS for Reclamation Mapping and Analysis
Training Type: Instructor Led Training
Vendor Information: OSM-TIPS (Technical Innovation & Professional Services) ( )
Duration:
Description: ArcPad is a mobile GIS software package developed by ESRI that is used to capture, display, analyze, and edit geographic information in the field. Thi...[more]
Objectives: Those completing this course will be able to: • Open a map in ArcPad and add layers to it. • Explain the different data types used in ArcPad. • Understand ArcPad tools and menus. • Prepare and get data for ArcPad using desktop ArcGIS applications. • Gain a basic understanding of GPS, coordinate systems, and map projections. • Understand the functionality of GPS preferences in ArcPad. • Change layer symbology and map displays. • Find and edit features in ArcPad. • Edit and add feature attributes. • Create a new shapefile in ArcPad. • Add and import fields to new shapefiles. • Create customized data collection forms in ArcPad. • Select the appropriate type of GPS and hardware unit for specific applications.