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Introduction toArcGIS 9

using NH GIS dataA Geographic Information System (GIS) is acomputer-based technology that helps manage,manipulate, analyze and display spatial (mapped)data. A GIS is a powerful tool for map making,planning, management and decision making.Examples of GIS applications include:

* community natural resources inventories* land use planning* marketing

9:00 am to 4:00 pmthree-day workshop

November 2, 3, & 4, 2005

UNH Cooperative ExtensionDurham, NH

ArcGIS 9 is a hands-on course is intended forpeople who want to learn the basics of workingwith ArcGIS 9, a desktop GIS application. Thecourse is useful for people who have no prior GISexperience, as well as those who have usedArcView 3, but are new to ArcGIS 9. (Familiaritywith Windows is highly recommended!)With a focus on New Hampshire data and appli-cations, participants learn how to use ArcGIS 9 toproduce attractive, effective maps. In addition,they receive a step-by-step manual that can serveas a reference after the course is over.

REGISTRATION FORM

Please complete the form below and send it withpayment to:

Introduction to ArcGIS 9UNH Cooperative Extension

214 Nesmith Hall, 131 Main StreetDurham, NH 03824-3597

(603) 862-1029

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NOTE: If you have special needs that need accommodation inorder to participate in this program, please checkhere:_________Please contact us at least 3 weeks in advance of the program dateinforming us of your needs in order to allow us time to make thenecessary arrangements. Thank you.

A fee is charged which partially covers course costs. Alimited number of scholarships are available for those unableto pay the course fee. UNH Cooperative Extension is anequal opportunity educator and employer. University of NewHampshire, U.S. Department of Agriculture and N.H. countiescooperating.

Printed on recycled paper

Symbolizing data

Labels and annotation

Querying data

Geo-processing: merge, buffer,dissolve

Manipulating attribute tables byadding fields, calculating values, andjoining tables

Importing data

Layouts

*Familiarity with Windows is recommended.

9.0 CEU NH Licensed Foresters

You may receive a refund only if we receivenotice of your cancellation 1 week in advance ofprogram start.

SPACE IS LIMITED - Register early

Cost: $300/person (1 person per computer)

WORKSHOP LOCATION

University of New Hampshire Pettee Hall - Rm G18

(Basement Level)College RoadDurham, NH

Directions to Pettee Hall:@Whether you approach Durham from east or weston Route 4, exit at Rt.155A (exit 6N) and turntoward Durham. Proceed three-quarters of a mileon Main Street and turn left on a connector roadafter the UNH equine facility. There will be a signindicating Visitor Parking which is where you willpick up your parking pass for Lot A.See Map below for walking directions to PetteeHall from Lot A.