Fundamentals of GIS using ArcGIS Pro is designed to give you a solid understanding of ArcGIS. GIS stands for Geographic Information System (generally it refers to both singular, system, and plural, systems). GIS was developed to gather, manage, and use spatial data. Spatial data is information about geographic objects in a digital format linked with a location or geographic area.
Fundamentals of GIS
using ArcGIS Pro
Duration: 8h
What You'll Learn
- Introduction to Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and ArcGIS
- Geospatial Data Models
- Map Scale, Map Projection and Coordinate Systems
- Creating and Editing Spatial Data
- Working with Attribute Data
- Making Maps with ArcGIS Pro
- Geoprocessing Tasks with Vector Data
About the Author
Dr. Gargi Chaudhuri is a Professor of Geography and Environmental Science at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, renowned for her expertise in Geographic Information Science (GIS) and Urban Analytics. She teaches courses on GIS using ArcGIS and Python, Webmapping using Javascript, Sustainable Urbanization, and Transportation Equity. With a Ph.D. from the University of California, Santa Barbara, she has dedicated her career to understanding the dynamics of urbanization, land use change, and environmental sustainability. Dr. Chaudhuri’s research, published in esteemed journals and presented at international conferences, contributes significantly to the interdisciplinary field of Geography. As a mentor, researcher, and educator, she continues to inspire future generations of geospatial professionals while actively shaping the discourse on sustainable urban development and environmental management.