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University of Alaska Fairbanks
Professional Certificate inGeographic Information Systems (GIS) Essentials
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What you will learn

  • Communicate spatial analysis results through maps, graphs and ArcGIS story maps.
  • Use geoprocessing tools for spatial analysis and problem solving.
  • Learn image processing and analysis in ArcGIS Pro to assess vegetation health, wildfire burn severity, and flood impacts. Use image classification to map land use and land cover.
  • Use 3D geoprocessing tools for landscape analysis and watershed delineation, and ArcScene for 3D visualization.
  • Build proficiency in ESRI’s ArcGIS Pro software, the industry standard.

  • Expert instruction
    3 skill-building courses
  • Self-paced
    Progress at your own speed
  • 3 months
    3 - 5 hours per week
  • Discounted price:$510.30 Original price:$567.00 USD
    For the full program experience

Courses in this program

AlaskaX's Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Essentials Professional Certificate

Meet your instructors
from University of Alaska Fairbanks (AlaskaX)

Santosh Panda
Santosh Panda

Associate Professor

College of Natural Science and Mathematics, University of Alaska Fairbanks

Chris Smith
Chris Smith

Geospatial Data Analyst

Geographic Information Network of Alaska (GINA)

Anushree Badola
Anushree Badola

Postdoctoral Researcher

Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Extension, University of Alaska Fairbanks

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Discounted price:$510.30 Original price:$567.00 USD

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