Coastal Services Center

GIS for Managers

This four-hour course provides coastal resource managers with an opportunity to understand the basics of geographic information systems (GIS) through hands-on computer training. This training focuses on specific coastal-related problems and how a GIS might be used to solve them. Familiar scenarios and common data sets are used to illustrate the potential of GIS to assist in the workplace.

Course Objectives

After completing this course, participants will be able to

• Define a GIS
• Describe the key capabilities and power of a GIS
• Know certain GIS terms and concepts
• Recognize certain limitations of a GIS

Prerequisites

• Status as a coastal resource management professional from a Center partner agency (nonprofit, or local, state, or federal government)

Course Offerings

This course is available by request. It is typically held at conferences and large meetings.

Hosting Requirements

The cost is minimal for participants and host organizations. Please review our remote training requirements (PDF) for host responsibilities, costs, and site requirements.

Contact Information

For additional course, hosting, or registration information, e-mail csc.training.geospatial@noaa.gov.