ArcGIS: Introduction

Learn the essential concepts of GIS and how to map in ArcGIS Pro during this 12-hour online evening course.

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Course Details

Course Name: ArcGIS: Introduction
Course Code: EG0914WB22

Date: TBD
Time: TBD

In addition to the live online class sessions that will take place on the dates/times listed above, there will be online homework assignments and activities for students to complete in between the class sessions.

Location: Online
Format: Live, instructor-led class sessions with homework assignments to be completed independently

Registration Fee: TBD
Multi Person Discount Fee: TBD (save when you sign up with a colleague!)

Registration Closes: TBD

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Payments should be made out to: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Checks and money orders should be mailed to: Office of Continuing Professional Education, Attn: Registration Dept., 102 Ryders Ln, New Brunswick, NJ 08901-8519
Purchase Orders can be mailed to the address above or electronically sent to registration@njaes.rutgers.edu.

Course Overview

Test out your GIS knowledge and skill with hands-on GIS software application! With a focus on layout and core functionality, this 12-hour online evening course offers an overview of basic GIS and spatial analysis concepts, spatial data types and searching for geographic data, ArcGIS Pro components, and an overview of the ArcGIS platform. Increase your ArcGIS Pro and GIS proficiency with practical, in-class exercises!

  • GIS History and Basic Concepts
  • ArcGIS Pro and the ArcGIS Platform
  • Spatial Data Types and Projections
  • Table Joins and Relates
  • Geodatabase Concepts
  • Thematic Maps and Cartography
  • Spatial and Attribute Queries
  • Basic Spatial Analysis and Geoprocessing
  • Publishing Data

ArcGIS Pro Software Access

All participants in this course will receive access to the ArcGIS Pro software during the class and for one month following the conclusion of the course.

Prerequisite

To get the most out of this class, students should come with an understanding of the basic concepts of Geographic Information Systems.

Who Should Attend?

This class is a great source of information for anyone who wants to learn the essentials of mapping with ArcGIS Pro. Past participants have included:

  • AutoCAD Drafters
  • Engineers
  • Environmental Scientists
  • Lab Managers
  • Landscape Architects
  • Planners
  • Project Managers
  • Water Superintendents

Meet Your Instructor

Chris Klaube, Senior GIS Developer at DVG

Student Reviews

“The downloadable PowerPoint as well as the activity lessons were very helpful, especially to be able to keep and reference back to.”

– Past Participant

“I would direct people looking to learn the core fundamentals of ArcGIS to this class.”

– Past Participant

Most useful aspect of the course: “The carefully planned exercises with thorough instruction and the accessibility of the teacher. Office hours helped so much!”

– Past Participant

Continuing Education Credits

The most recent offering of ArcGIS: Introduction was approved for the following credits from professional organizations. We will reapply for similar credits the next time the course runs, but we cannot guarantee credit approval for future offerings.

The ArcGIS: Introduction course is approved for 1.2 Rutgers CEUs, as well as the following credits from professional organizations.

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NJ Certified Public Works Managers (CPWM): 8 Information Technology Contact Hours

NJ Drinking Water and Wastewater Operators: 10 TCHs (Approval #01-101902-30)

NJ Health Officers and Registered Environmental Health Specialists (HO/REHS): Rutgers University, NJAES, Office of Continuing Professional Education has been approved by the New Jersey Department of Health as a provider of NJ Public Health Continuing Education Contact Hours (CEs). Participants who complete this course will be awarded 12.0 CEs.

NJ Licensed Site Remediation Professionals (LSRP): 4 Technical

NJ Professional Engineers/Land Surveyors: 12 Continuing Professional Competency (CPC) credits

NJ Well Drillers and Pump Installers: Pending

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NY Professional Engineers/Land Surveyors: 12 PDHs

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The Wildlife Society: 12 CEUs in Category 1

Course Requirements and Policies

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This online course will be delivered via Zoom. Registrants will receive more information as we move closer to the course date. On June 13, 2022, they will receive an email with a link to access the course.

Please log into class at 8:00AM (30 minutes before start time) for a brief overview of the online format. The course will start promptly at 8:30AM.

Equipment you will need to access this training:

  • Laptop or desktop computers are required for this class.
  • Speakers and microphone are not necessary as a call-in option is available.

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A unique email address is required for each registrant to register and access our courses.

  • If this is your first time registering with us, please provide your own unique email address when registering; do not provide an email address that you share with co-workers.
  • If you have previously taken classes with us and have used an email address that you share with your co-workers or supervisor, your account must be updated with a unique email address. To do this, please send an email to us at registration@njaes.rutgers.edu stating that your email address needs to be changed and include:
    • Your full name
    • The shared email address that needs to be changed
    • Your unique email address
    • A phone number where you can be reached if we have any questions

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Each registrant will be asked provide a photo of him/herself holding their government-issued photo ID. This is required by credit boards so that you may receive credits for participating in this online course.

  • You will receive a reminder email prior to the start of the class with further instructions. Wait to receive these instructions before you attempt to upload your ID.
  • The photo must be clear enough that we can read your name and verify that the person pictured on the ID is in fact the person holding it.
  • The photo must be clear enough that we can read your name and verify that the person pictured on the ID is in fact the person holding it.
  • After an OCPE staff member reviews the picture and verifies your identity, you will have access to participate in the course when it begins.

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A $100 cancellation fee applies for this course. Substitutions are permitted. View our cancellation policy.

Attention U.S. Veterans

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This course is approved by the New Jersey State Approving Agency for Veterans Training for educational benefits through the GI Bill®. Learn more.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

Program Questions? We’re Here to Help!

If you have any questions about ArcGIS: Introduction, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

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Program Coordinator: Suzanne Hills
848-932-7234
suzanne.hills@rutgers.edu

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Administrative Assistant: Arleth Mendoza
848-932-7764
arleth.mendoza@rutgers.edu

For registration assistance, please contact our Registration Department at 848-932-9271, option 2 or email registration@njaes.rutgers.edu.

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