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CURISA Census Workshop

Posted by pdusers on July 29, 2011

CURISA – Working With CENSUS 2010 Data Workshop in Florence, SC!

 

 

Carolina URISA (CURISA) announces a new Working With CENSUS 2010 Data WorkshopAre you interested in learning how to use the new American FactFinder?  This is the main census data portal to access and download data from the 2010 Census. Many data users are having some difficulty with the new version of the Census system.

CURISA is happy to offer a comprehensive overview of the system and an online demonstration showing step-by-step how to access CENSUS data. We are privileged to have two very experienced Census professionals who will be teaching this workshop.

The following will be covered:

- Finding data on the new American FactFinder site
- Downloading data in GIS format
- Recognizing various data levels (blocks, tracts, etc)
- Understanding which fields mean what
- Applying the data to real world scenarios

This workshop is important for any GIS professional working with the vast amount of Census data.

Student questions will be welcomed and other related topics can be explored as time permits.

The workshop will run from 8:30 to 4:30 (with breaks).  Lunch will be provided.

Please use the link below to register for the workshop:

September 7th — http://www.regonline.com/CurisaCensusWorkshopFlorence

Cost for the workshop is $95 for CURISA members and $145 for non-members (includes lunch with vegetarian option available), registration is limited to 30 individuals.

 

 

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Pictometry User Group of South Carolina (PUGS)

Posted by pdusers on March 23, 2011

This meeting of Pictometry implementation professionals was held at the Drs. Bruce and Lee Library in Florence on March 22nd. At the meeting people from all over the state came together to learn how to implement and refine their use of Pictometry. Representatives from Pictometry, Bradshaw Consulting, ESRI, and others were in attendance to offer their aid to counties getting Pictometry for the first time as well as to provide tips and insight into existing implementations.

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Special Directions OnPoint: GIS Certification Guidelines

Posted by trippcor on March 18, 2011

Directions OnPoint – Special Session: GIS Certification with David DiBiase, President, and Sheila Wilson, Ex. Dir. GISCI

Join us for a Webinar on March 29.  Space is limited.

Reserve your Webinar seat now at: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/301135555

Over the last several weeks, much discussion has focused on the need for changes to the requirements to become a Certified Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP). The GIS Certification Institute (GISCI), the organization responsible for certification, asked for public comment on an document that provided an outline of changes to the certification process including the addition of an exam to the existing portfolio-based manner in which a GISP is awarded today.

This special session of Directions OnPoint with GISCI president Mr. David DiBiase, and Ms. Sheila Wilson, executive director, will address the results of the public comment period and allow our attendees of this session to ask questions to each. This issue has far reaching implications for the geospatial profession and it is important to seek as much feedback as possible about the recommendations before the GISCI board.

Please join Directions Magazine’s senior editorial staff for this presentation and submit your questions now to participate in this debate.

Title: Directions OnPoint – Special Session: GIS Certification with David DiBiase, President, and Sheila Wilson, Ex. Dir. GISCI

Date: Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CDT

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar.

System Requirements

PC-based attendees

Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server

Macintosh®-based attendees

Required: Mac OS® X 10.4.11 (Tiger®) or newer

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ArcGIS Desktop Associate Exam Prep Class

Posted by trippcor on January 14, 2011

Keck & Wood is excited to announce our first ArcGIS Desktop Associate Exam Prep class. This 16 hour class will help prepare students to take Esri’s new ArcGIS Desktop Associate Certification Exam.

This exam is part of Esri’s new ArcGIS Technical Associate Certification Program. According to Esri, “The Esri Technical Certification Program recognizes qualified individuals who are proficient in best practices for using Esri software. Esri Technical Certifications are awarded in different areas of expertise at both an Associate and Professional level. The program is open to Esri users worldwide.”       

Since this is the first time we are teaching this class, we are offering it at a reduced rate of $500.00 per student. The class will be held via our virtual internet classroom on January 31 thru February 3 in four sessions. Sessions will be from 1 pm to 5 pm EST. The class will be taught by an Esri ArcGIS Desktop Certified Associate. The instuctor is also an Esri Authorized Instructor, CompTIA Certified Technical Trainer, and GIS Certified Professional. For more information or to register please click here.

Don’t forget about our other GIS classes as well. A list of upcoming classes is provided below. For more details and a complete list of courses we offer, visit our website at www.keckwood.com.

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Win an Apple iPad!

Posted by pdusers on November 17, 2010

Plus Mobile Consulting provided by BCS

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