This opportunity is curated through the UF TESI Environmental Leaders Network. Opportunities posted through the Network may not be affiliated with the Florida Museum or TESI, but are shared with UF undergraduate students who want to learn more about environmental research, education and outreach, and civic engagement. 

Event Title

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Introductory Training: Using Applications for Natural Resource Management

Host Organization

Florida Sea Grant

Description

Florida Sea Grant, in partnership with UF/IFAS and Golder Associates, offers a premier 3.5-day intensive training on geographic information systems (GIS) using ArcGIS Pro, a powerful tool for managing natural resources and guiding growth and development processes.

The introductory training introduces participants to ArcGIS Pro, the primary product used by professionals to compile, analyze, and manage geographic information. It covers the most commonly used GIS skills used in the industry today by completing “real-world” exercises that build confidence using GIS, increase awareness about GIS data sources and help users explore GIS tools to enhance their research programs. Instruction also integrates important private-sector perspective providing skills directly relevant to the job market.

Offered twice a year, each in-person training is held at a computer lab located at the University of Florida in Gainesville. Beginning in 2021, an online format of the training became available for those that cannot attend in-person and/or are comfortable with online learning.

Registration Fees
  • General: $550
  • Students: $300

Fee covers training materials, including presentations and workbook, access to software and instructors to solve any issues or questions. Participants that complete the training will receive an electronic certificate of completion for 30 hours of GIS training.

Event Date/Time

May 8-11, 2023

Event Location

In-person on the University of Florida campus in Gainesville, with an online version available