The Smithsonian National Zoological Park's Conservation and Research
Center is offering the following introductory conservation GIS and remote
sensing course:
GIS & REMOTE SENSING FOR WILDLIFE MANAGERS
An Introduction to the use of Geographic Information Systems &
Remote Sensing in Conservation and Wildlife Management
March, 27-31, 2006
Increasingly, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing -
the mapping of features using imagery acquired either from an aircraft or
a satellite - have become important tools for decision-making and the
applied management of natural resources. Many federal agencies and NGOs
rely on GIS and satellite data for their work and are starting to produce
their
own spatial databases. However, there are few training opportunities for
wildlife managers to learn the applications of GIS in everyday management
situations. We are offering a course for wildlife managers that provides
hands-on experience in collection of data, GIS analysis of data, and
map-making using the latest ESRI (ArcGIS) and ERDAS software.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This short course will provide wildlife managers with a working knowledge
about the application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote
Sensing to the monitoring and management of wildlife and forest
vegetation.
Exercises in establishing locations with a Global Positioning System
(GPS), data input into a GIS, and spatial analysis techniques for GIS will
provide hands-on and real world experience during the course. Based on
examples about habitat selection in songbirds and white-tailed deer,
course
participants will learn how to:
* Collect GIS data in the field using survey techniques and GPS.
* Differentially correct GPS data.
* Input GPS data into GIS.
* Input field data into GIS.
* Use GIS for management of large data sets from multiple sources.
* Design and perform analysis using GIS data and spatial analysis
techniques.
* Integrate data with ancillary data, such as satellite imagery, aerial
photography, and government agency databases.
Visit the following web address for more details and registration
information:
http://www.nationalzoo.si.edu/ConservationAndScience/ConservationGIS/GIS_training/introduction/
Contact:
Paulina Calle
1500 Remount Road
Front Royal, VA 22630
540-635-6535 (GIS Lab)
540-635-6506 (FAX)
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