GIS Data Formats, Design and Quality
In this course, the second in the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialization, you will go in-depth with common data types (such as raster and vector data), structures, quality and storage during four week-long modules: Week 1: Learn about data models and formats, including a full understanding of vector data and raster concepts. You will also learn about the implications of a data’s scale and how to load layers from web services. Week 2: Create a vector data model by using vector attribute tables, writing query strings, defining queries, and adding and calculating fields.
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- Duration 27 hours
- Course by University of California, Davis
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In this course, the second in the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialization, you will go in-depth with common data types (such as raster and vector data), structures, quality and storage during four week-long modules: Week 1: Learn about data models and formats, including a full understanding of vector data and raster concepts. You will also learn about the implications of a data’s scale and how to load layers from web services. Week 2: Create a vector data model by using vector attribute tables, writing query strings, defining queries, and adding and calculating fields. You'll also learn how to create new data through the process of digitizing and you'll use the built-in Editor tools in ArcGIS. Week 3: Learn about common data storage mechanisms within GIS, including geodatabases and shapefiles. Learn how to choose between them for your projects and how to optimize them for speed and size. You'll also work with rasters for the first time, using digital elevation models and creating slope and distance analysis products. Week 4: Explore datasets and assess them for quality and uncertainty. You will also learn how to bring your maps and data to the Internet and create web maps quickly with ArcGIS Online. Take GIS Data Formats, Design and Quality as a standalone course or as part of the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialization. You should have equivalent experience to completing the first course in this specialization, Fundamentals of GIS, before taking this course. By completing the second class in the Specialization you will gain the skills needed to succeed in the full program.Modules
Course Overview
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- Course Overview
- Course Mechanics
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- Getting Started in this Course
- Getting a license
Lesson 1: Vector and Raster Concepts
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- Lesson 1 Quiz: Rasters and Vectors
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- Module 1 Overview
- Vector Data Concepts
- Vector Data in Action
- Raster Data Concepts
- Rasters in Action
- Scale and Implications
Lesson 2: Data Design
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- Lesson 2 Quiz: Data Design
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- Discussion - Tutorial 1: Data Structures and Geodatabases
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- Managing Data in the Catalog Pane
- Data Design: Attribute Types
- Using Vector Attribute Tables
- Data Design: Joins and Relates
- Data Design: Separating Data, Part 1
- Data Design: Separating Data, Part 2
- Module 1 Summary
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- Tutorial Assignment 1: Data Structures and Personal Geodatabases
Lesson 3: Processing and Geoprocessing
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- Lesson 3 Quiz: Processing and Geoprocessing
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- Module 2 Overview
- Working with Geoprocessing Tools
- Intersect Tool
- Writing Query Strings
- Writing Query Strings: Boolean Operators
- Adding and Calculating Fields
- Interactive Selection
- Using and Configuring Selections in ArcGIS
Lesson 4: Creating and Editing Data
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- Lesson 4 Quiz: Creating and Editing Data
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- Discussion - Tutorial 2: Editing Data
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- Editing Existing Data
- Data Design: Creating New Feature Classes
- Basic Digitizing
- Workflow: Preparing Data
- Workflow: Making Point Data from Coordinates
- Module 2 Summary
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- Tutorial Assignment 2: Editing Data
Lesson 5: Data Storage in Depth
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- Lesson 5 Quiz: Data Storage
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- Module 3 Overview
- Geodatabase Features and Design
- File Geodatabases
- Personal Geodatabases
- Shapefiles
- Workflow: Percent Overlap
- Supplemental: Intro to SQLite Databases
Lesson 6: Creating Raster Data
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- Lesson 6 Quiz: Creating Raster Data
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- Discussion - Tutorial 3: Spatial Analyst, Raster Data, and DEMs
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- Overview of Spatial Analyst
- Georeferencing Rasters
- Raster Calculator
- Workflow: Zonal Statistics as Table
- Workflow: Managing Data with Zonal Statistics and Join Field
- Module 3 Summary
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- Tutorial Assignment 3: A Suitability Analysis: Spatial Analyst, Raster Data, and DEMs
- Extra Practice for Lessons 5 and 6
Lesson 7: Uncertainty and Data Quality
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- Lesson 7 Quiz: Uncertainty and Quality
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- Module 4 Overview
- Assessing Data Quality and Uncertainty
- Data Quality, Part 2: Measurement and Representation
- Topology
Lesson 8: Using ArcGIS Online
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- Lesson 8 Quiz: ArcGIS Online
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- Loading Layers in ArcGIS Online
- Applying Symbology in ArcGIS Online
- Map Annotations and Scaling in ArcGIS Online
- Saving and Sharing Maps with ArcGIS Online
- Module 4 Summary
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- Uploading Data to ArcGIS Online
- Extra Practice for Lessons 7 and 8
Final Assignment: Moving Valmeyer
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- Moving Valmeyer Final Quiz
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- Moving Valmeyer
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- Discussion: Moving Valmeyer
Course Summary
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Embark on an in-depth exploration of GIS Data Formats, Design, and Quality in this engaging course from Coursera, led by expert instructors. Dive into raster and vector data, data models, storage mechanisms, and quality assessment over four comprehensive weeks. Ideal for professionals in Science & Engineering, this course offers practical skills in data handling and web mapping with ArcGIS. Complete it as a standalone course or as part of the GIS Specialization. Available through Starter and Professional subscription plans, this course spans approximately 27 hours. Perfect for those with a foundation in GIS looking to enhance their expertise.
Nick Santos
Eric Howard