Geographic Information Systems (GIS) - Micro Credential Course
Environment
A course by
SIT
A 15-week, advanced practical training in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) with a strong focus on ArcGIS Pro, offered in a flexible HyFlex format blending face-to-face and online study.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Invercargill / Hyflex, Invercargill
It will take a total of 15 weeks
This course requires 3 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Apply GIS skills for scientific and planning roles
Gain knowledge and skills directly relevant for employment in scientific investigations, resource management, and development planning using GIS.
Advanced knowledge of ArcGIS Pro software
Develop advanced-level proficiency with Geographic Information Systems software, specifically ArcGIS Pro.
Produce industry-ready GIS professionals
Prepare to become a professional practitioner who is well-regarded by employers in sectors requiring GIS expertise.
What You're Signing Up For
This micro-credential provides advanced practical training in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), emphasizing both theoretical and hands-on skills using ArcGIS Pro. Students learn GIS concepts, real-world applications, and master advanced GIS software functions through practical labs. The course prepares participants for roles in scientific investigation, resource management, and development planning.
Course Content
- Introduction to GIS terminology and functionality
- Creating GIS maps
- Introduction to spatial analysis and solving geographic problems
- Understanding raster and vector data
- Understanding overlays and buffers
- Symbolizing categorical and quantitative data
- Labelling map features
- Managing tables
- Editing features and attributes
- Creating geodatabases and feature classes
- Adding and editing data in geodatabases
- Aligning spatial data
What you need to know first
Successful completion of a New Zealand Diploma (Level 5), or application by academic qualification.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Environmental management
Geospatial science
Resource management
Urban and regional planning
Future employment opportunities might be
GIS technician
Environmental scientist