This comprehensive course offers an in-depth exploration of geotechnologies and their role in addressing social and ecological challenges. Geotechnologies encompass a wide array of tools and techniques, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing through imagery from drones, aircraft, and satellites, and precise positioning using GPS or Global Navigation Satellite Systems.
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This comprehensive course offers an in-depth exploration of geotechnologies and their role in addressing social and ecological challenges. Geotechnologies encompass a wide array of tools and techniques, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing through imagery from drones, aircraft, and satellites, and precise positioning using GPS or Global Navigation Satellite Systems.
This comprehensive course offers an in-depth exploration of geotechnologies and their role in addressing social and ecological challenges. Geotechnologies encompass a wide array of tools and techniques, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing through imagery from drones, aircraft, and satellites, and precise positioning using GPS or Global Navigation Satellite Systems.
Structured around a rich blend of academic readings, instructional videos, and practical exercises, the curriculum delves into various social and environmental topics across multiple scales. Participants will acquire a thorough understanding of cutting-edge mapping tools and techniques. This includes learning about map projections, the art and science of map symbology, the principles of classification, and sophisticated spatial analysis methods.
A significant focus of the course is on experiential learning. You will have the opportunity to develop your web mapping applications, including interactive dashboards and multimedia story maps. Moreover, the program emphasizes fieldwork, allowing you to gather and integrate your field data into mapping projects.
By the end of the course, you will have honed your skills in utilizing maps as powerful analytical instruments. This expertise will not only enhance your ability to interpret and present data effectively but also empower you to contribute to creating a brighter, more sustainable, and resilient future. The course is designed to instill confidence and proficiency in using geotechnologies, equipping you with the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions and to advocate for meaningful change in addressing the pressing challenges of our time.
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Learning objectives
- At the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Discuss the evolution, components, and applications of geosptial information systems
- Discern among different coordinate systems, datums and map projections
- Use basic digital mapping tools
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- At the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Discuss the evolution, components, and applications of geosptial information systems
- Discern among different coordinate systems, datums and map projections
- Use basic digital mapping tools
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Compile a list of geospatial data sources
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Compiling a list of geospatial data sources will help you become more familiar with the different types of data available and how to access them.
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Research different types of geospatial data
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Identify relevant data sources
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Create a list of data sources and their metadata
Review key mapping concepts
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Reviewing key mapping concepts will help you build a stronger foundation for understanding the course material.
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Map Projections
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Read through introductory readings on GIS and mapping
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Review online resources such as Esri's Learning Center
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Complete practice questions or quizzes on mapping concepts
Practice SQL queries
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Learning SQL will empower you to write more effective queries against spatial databases.
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SQL Queries
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Find online tutorials for practicing SQL queries
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Practice writing queries to select, insert, update, and delete data
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Challenge yourself with more complex queries involving joins and subqueries
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Complete online tutorials on geospatial analysis techniques
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Completing online tutorials on geospatial analysis techniques will help you develop your skills in using these techniques to solve real-world problems.
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Identify online tutorials on geospatial analysis techniques
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Complete the tutorials and practice the techniques
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Apply the techniques to your own projects or research
Practice using mapping software
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Practicing using mapping software will help you develop proficiency in using the tools and techniques covered in the course.
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Download and install a mapping software such as QGIS or ArcGIS Pro
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Follow tutorials or online courses on how to use the software
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Complete exercises or projects that involve using mapping software
Join a study group or participate in online discussions
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Joining a study group or participating in online discussions will allow you to connect with other students and learn from their perspectives.
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Find a study group or online discussion group related to the course
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Actively participate in the group discussions
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Share your knowledge and experiences with others
Attend a workshop or conference on geotechnologies
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Attending a workshop or conference on geotechnologies will allow you to learn from experts in the field and network with other professionals.
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Research and find workshops or conferences on geotechnologies
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Register for and attend the workshop or conference
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Actively participate in the workshop or conference
Create a web mapping application
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Creating a web mapping application will allow you to apply the skills and knowledge you have gained in the course to a real-world project.
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Design the layout and functionality of your web mapping application
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Develop the code for your web mapping application
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Test and deploy your web mapping application
Volunteer at a local organization or project related to geotechnologies
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Volunteering at a local organization or project related to geotechnologies will allow you to apply your skills and knowledge to a real-world setting and make a positive impact on your community.
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Research local organizations or projects related to geotechnologies
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Contact the organization or project and inquire about volunteer opportunities
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Dedicate your time and effort to the organization or project
Compile a list of geospatial data sources
Show steps
Compiling a list of geospatial data sources will help you become more familiar with the different types of data available and how to access them.
Show steps
- Research different types of geospatial data
- Identify relevant data sources
- Create a list of data sources and their metadata
Review key mapping concepts
Show steps
Reviewing key mapping concepts will help you build a stronger foundation for understanding the course material.
Browse courses on
Map Projections
Show steps
- Read through introductory readings on GIS and mapping
- Review online resources such as Esri's Learning Center
- Complete practice questions or quizzes on mapping concepts
Practice SQL queries
Show steps
Learning SQL will empower you to write more effective queries against spatial databases.
Browse courses on
SQL Queries
Show steps
- Find online tutorials for practicing SQL queries
- Practice writing queries to select, insert, update, and delete data
- Challenge yourself with more complex queries involving joins and subqueries
Complete online tutorials on geospatial analysis techniques
Show steps
Completing online tutorials on geospatial analysis techniques will help you develop your skills in using these techniques to solve real-world problems.
Show steps
- Identify online tutorials on geospatial analysis techniques
- Complete the tutorials and practice the techniques
- Apply the techniques to your own projects or research
Practice using mapping software
Show steps
Practicing using mapping software will help you develop proficiency in using the tools and techniques covered in the course.
Show steps
- Download and install a mapping software such as QGIS or ArcGIS Pro
- Follow tutorials or online courses on how to use the software
- Complete exercises or projects that involve using mapping software
Join a study group or participate in online discussions
Show steps
Joining a study group or participating in online discussions will allow you to connect with other students and learn from their perspectives.
Show steps
- Find a study group or online discussion group related to the course
- Actively participate in the group discussions
- Share your knowledge and experiences with others
Attend a workshop or conference on geotechnologies
Show steps
Attending a workshop or conference on geotechnologies will allow you to learn from experts in the field and network with other professionals.
Show steps
- Research and find workshops or conferences on geotechnologies
- Register for and attend the workshop or conference
- Actively participate in the workshop or conference
Create a web mapping application
Show steps
Creating a web mapping application will allow you to apply the skills and knowledge you have gained in the course to a real-world project.
Show steps
- Design the layout and functionality of your web mapping application
- Develop the code for your web mapping application
- Test and deploy your web mapping application
Volunteer at a local organization or project related to geotechnologies
Show steps
Volunteering at a local organization or project related to geotechnologies will allow you to apply your skills and knowledge to a real-world setting and make a positive impact on your community.
Show steps
- Research local organizations or projects related to geotechnologies
- Contact the organization or project and inquire about volunteer opportunities
- Dedicate your time and effort to the organization or project
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