Data

One of the most important aspects of using any GIS software is the availability of data. These series of mini modules look at a range of aspects outlining how data can be correctly added and managed in the ArcGIS software. Different aspects of spatial (vector and raster) and attribute data are covered.

Course Modules

Data Conversion +

a look at the data conversion tools available in ArcCatalog

Metadata +

an explanation of metadata, the differences between ISO & FGDC and editing metadata

Raster Catalog +

an explanation of how to create a raster catalog to efficiently store and access multiple raster images

XY Coordinates to Points +

how to transform coordinate pairs held as attributes in a database or table into spatial points on a map

Georeferencing +

a look at how to georeference an image that lacks a world file

Connecting to External Databases +

an insight on how to connect ArcGIS to external databases using Windows ODBC drivers