Course Details

GIS with ArcGIS Pro: Intermediate to Advanced Training Course

Introduction

ArcGIS Pro has become the industry-leading desktop Geographic Information System (GIS) software, offering unparalleled capabilities for mapping, analysis, and data management. While foundational GIS skills are essential, unlocking the full power of ArcGIS Pro requires delving into its more sophisticated features. This Intermediate to Advanced course goes beyond the basics, equipping users with the knowledge and techniques to tackle complex spatial problems, automate workflows, perform advanced analytics, and create highly professional and impactful geospatial products. As the volume and complexity of spatial data continue to grow, the demand for GIS professionals who can leverage advanced ArcGIS Pro functionalities is at an all-time high. Without moving beyond fundamental operations, professionals risk inefficient workflows, limited analytical depth, and an inability to exploit the full potential of their spatial data, hindering their capacity to provide comprehensive solutions to real-world challenges.

Conversely, mastering the intermediate to advanced features of ArcGIS Pro empowers users to manage intricate geodatabases, perform sophisticated spatial and statistical analyses, automate repetitive tasks through scripting, visualize data in 3D, and produce publication-quality cartography. This level of proficiency enables users to solve more complex problems, derive deeper insights, and deliver high-value geospatial solutions that drive informed decision-making across various sectors. Our intensive 5-day "GIS with ArcGIS Pro: Intermediate to Advanced" training course is meticulously designed to equip experienced GIS users, data analysts, researchers, and geospatial professionals with the critical skills needed to elevate their ArcGIS Pro proficiency and become advanced practitioners capable of leading complex GIS projects.

Duration

5 Days

Target Audience

The "GIS with ArcGIS Pro: Intermediate to Advanced" training course is designed for professionals who already possess a foundational understanding of GIS principles and basic proficiency in ArcGIS Pro. This includes:

• Existing ArcGIS Pro Users: Looking to deepen their analytical and data management skills.
• GIS Analysts and Specialists: Aiming to perform more complex spatial analyses and automate tasks.
• Geospatial Data Managers: Responsible for designing and maintaining robust geodatabases.
• Data Scientists: Who want to integrate advanced spatial analytics into their workflows.
• Researchers and Academics: Utilizing GIS for in-depth spatial modeling and statistical analysis.
• Urban Planners and Environmental Scientists: Requiring advanced tools for complex spatial problem-solving.
• Consultants: Delivering sophisticated geospatial solutions to clients.
• Anyone looking to optimize their GIS workflows and extract maximum value from ArcGIS Pro.

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of the "GIS with ArcGIS Pro: Intermediate to Advanced" training course, participants will be able to:

• Master advanced geodatabase management techniques, including data modeling and versioning.
• Perform sophisticated spatial analysis using a wider range of geoprocessing tools and extensions.
• Conduct advanced raster analysis for image processing and terrain modeling.
• Leverage Network Analyst and Spatial Analyst extensions for complex network and surface analysis.
• Automate repetitive GIS tasks and customize workflows using Python scripting (ArcPy) and ModelBuilder.
• Create compelling 3D scenes and perform 3D spatial analysis.
• Apply advanced cartographic techniques to produce publication-quality maps and map series.
• Effectively share and collaborate on ArcGIS Pro projects and web GIS content.

 Course Modules

Module 1: Advanced Geodatabase Management

• Geodatabase Design and Data Models: Designing robust schemas, domains, and subtypes for data integrity.
• Working with Enterprise Geodatabases: Connecting to enterprise geodatabases, user roles, and permissions (conceptual).
• Versioning and Multiuser Editing: Managing concurrent edits and reconciliation/posting workflows.
• Topology and Geometric Networks: Ensuring data quality and modeling connectivity.
• Data Validation and Quality Control: Using attribute rules and validation tools.

Module 2: Advanced Spatial Analysis Techniques

• Advanced Geoprocessing Tools: Utilizing complex tools for overlay, proximity, and statistical analysis.
• Spatial Joins and Relationship Classes: Performing sophisticated data integration based on location and attributes.
• ModelBuilder: Creating, editing, and sharing custom geoprocessing models for complex workflows.
• Geostatistical Analysis (Introduction): Understanding interpolation, kriging, and surface generation.
• Suitability Modeling: Combining multiple criteria to identify optimal locations.

Module 3: Raster Analysis and Imagery in Depth

• Advanced Raster Operations: Raster calculator, reclassification, mosaicking, and image segmentation.
• Terrain Analysis: Deriving slope, aspect, hillshade, viewsheds, and watersheds from DEMs.
• Image Classification: Supervised and unsupervised classification techniques for land cover mapping.
• Working with Satellite and Drone Imagery: Processing, orthorectification, and analysis workflows.
• Raster Functions and Function Chains: Real-time on-the-fly raster processing.

Module 4: Network Analysis with ArcGIS Pro

• Introduction to Network Datasets: Building, configuring, and optimizing transportation networks.
• Routing and Directions: Finding optimal routes, multi-stop routes, and vehicle routing problems.
• Service Area Analysis: Defining areas accessible within a given time or distance.
• Closest Facility and Origin-Destination Cost Matrix: Solving logistical problems.
• Location-Allocation Analysis: Identifying optimal facility locations to serve demand.

Module 5: 3D GIS and Visualization

• Creating and Managing 3D Data: Extruding 2D data, creating multi-patches, importing 3D models.
• Working with Scenes: Global and local scenes, layer properties for 3D visualization.
• 3D Analysis Tools: Line of sight, viewshed analysis in 3D, slice, and drape.
• LiDAR Data Processing: Understanding point clouds, creating surfaces, and extracting features.
• Building Information Models (BIM) Integration: Incorporating BIM data into GIS for smart city and infrastructure projects.

Module 6: Automating GIS Workflows with Python (ArcPy)

• Introduction to ArcPy: The Python site package for ArcGIS Pro.
• Scripting Geoprocessing Tools: Automating single tool execution and chained operations.
• Batch Processing: Looping through multiple datasets or parameters.
• Working with GIS Data Structures: Accessing and manipulating feature classes, tables, and geodatabases programmatically.
• Creating Custom Geoprocessing Tools: Designing user-friendly scripts with parameters for wider use.

Module 7: Advanced Cartography and Map Production

• Advanced Symbology and Rendering: Custom symbols, graduated colors/symbols, proportional symbols, heat maps.
• Text and Annotation Management: Advanced labeling, creating and managing annotation feature classes.
• Map Series (Map Books): Automating the creation of multiple maps from a single layout.
• Graphic Elements and Layout Design: Fine-tuning map aesthetics, using guides, and aligning elements.
• Exporting and Sharing Professional Maps: High-resolution exports, PDF, and interactive web maps.

Module 8: Sharing, Collaboration, and Web GIS

• Sharing Content to ArcGIS Online/Enterprise: Web maps, web layers, web scenes, and geoprocessing services.
• Working with ArcGIS Living Atlas of the World: Leveraging ready-to-use content.
• Collaboration Workflows: Sharing projects, tasks, and data packages.
• Introduction to ArcGIS Experience Builder/Dashboards: Creating interactive web apps from ArcGIS Pro content.
• Best Practices for Project Management: Version control, documentation, and metadata for complex GIS projects.

CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com