Learn GIS with ArcGIS Pro

Gain valuable skills in ArcGIS Pro, the industry-leading GIS software, with this practical, hands-on course. ArcGIS Pro expertise is increasingly vital across diverse fields, making it a smart career move. This course delivers rapid, effective learning, focusing on real-world application to get you working on your projects quickly. We prioritize practical application over extensive theory, guiding you directly to solutions. While providing concise explanations of methods, we encourage you to explore detailed resources on ESRI's website.

This course takes a step-by-step approach to mastering ArcGIS Pro, even if you have no prior experience with GIS or the software itself. We'll progress from fundamental concepts to advanced techniques, empowering you to analyze and visualize data for your projects.

Course Outline:

Section 1: The Basics

• Introduction to ArcGIS Pro and course resources (including free trial access).
• Setting up a new ArcGIS Pro project.
• Data preparation: Adding data to your project and organizing your geodatabase.
• Creating your first ArcGIS Pro map.

Section 2: Working with Your Data

• Selecting and creating new map layers.
• Creating new feature classes.
• Adding attribute information to your map.
• Designing effective map layouts.

Section 3: Analyzing Spatial Patterns

• Understanding and changing map projections.
• Creating insightful Heat Maps and Density Maps.
• Calculating densities within specific areas.
• Utilizing buffers for spatial analysis.
• Performing Median Center and Directional Distribution analysis.
• Conducting Hot-spot analysis.
• Implementing High-Low Clustering analysis.
• Performing Cluster and Outlier Analysis using Anselin Local Moran's I.
• Spatial Interpolation techniques (Part 1 & 2).

Section 4: Working with Common Datasets & Methods

• Leveraging Census Data from Esri’s Living Atlas.
• Utilizing Digital Elevation Maps for analysis.

Throughout the course, you'll be encouraged to actively apply the learned techniques to exercises, solidifying your understanding and building proficiency. This hands-on approach will enable you to confidently explore ArcGIS Pro beyond the course scope and apply its capabilities to solve real-world problems. Expand your skillset and unlock new opportunities by mastering GIS with ArcGIS Pro.