Format: Live instructor-led online training via Zoom / Microsoft Teams

Advanced ArcGIS Technologies Training Course

Course Overview

The Advanced ArcGIS Technologies Training Course is designed to provide participants with advanced knowledge and practical expertise in using ArcGIS technologies for enterprise geospatial analysis, spatial database management, web GIS development, remote sensing integration, spatial modeling, and intelligent decision-making. As organizations increasingly rely on Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support digital transformation, infrastructure development, environmental management, disaster risk reduction, urban planning, agriculture, public health, utilities, transportation, and natural resource management, advanced ArcGIS technologies have become essential for managing complex geospatial data and delivering accurate, data-driven insights. This course explores advanced capabilities of ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, Spatial Analyst, Network Analyst, 3D Analyst, Image Analyst, Survey123, Field Maps, Dashboards, Experience Builder, StoryMaps, and Web AppBuilder to support modern geospatial solutions.

Participants will develop comprehensive skills in enterprise geodatabase design, advanced cartography, spatial analysis, geoprocessing automation, Python scripting with ArcPy, ModelBuilder workflows, remote sensing applications, LiDAR processing, drone mapping integration, real-time GIS, and cloud-based geospatial platforms. The course emphasizes best practices for spatial data governance, GIS project management, location intelligence, web mapping services, geospatial visualization, artificial intelligence integration, and enterprise GIS deployment. Participants will learn how to optimize ArcGIS workflows to improve operational efficiency, resource management, infrastructure planning, emergency response, and strategic decision-making across multiple sectors.

Through intensive hands-on practical exercises, instructor-led demonstrations, collaborative projects, and real-world case studies, participants will gain experience in designing enterprise GIS architectures, publishing web services, configuring ArcGIS Enterprise environments, developing interactive dashboards, creating mobile GIS applications, performing advanced spatial analysis, and integrating GIS with cloud computing, Internet of Things (IoT), and business intelligence platforms. The course also introduces advanced concepts including machine learning for GIS, predictive spatial analytics, 3D visualization, digital twins, geospatial artificial intelligence (GeoAI), and enterprise geospatial security.

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will possess the technical expertise required to deploy, administer, customize, and optimize advanced ArcGIS technologies within organizational environments. They will be able to design enterprise GIS solutions, automate geospatial workflows, manage complex spatial databases, develop intelligent mapping applications, and implement scalable GIS infrastructures that enhance operational performance, support sustainable development, and enable evidence-based decision-making across government, private sector, and development organizations.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Master advanced functionalities of ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, and ArcGIS Online.
2. Design and manage enterprise geodatabases for large-scale GIS applications.
3. Perform advanced spatial analysis, geoprocessing, and spatial modeling.
4. Develop interactive web GIS applications, dashboards, and mobile GIS solutions.
5. Automate GIS workflows using ModelBuilder and Python ArcPy scripting.
6. Integrate remote sensing, drone imagery, and LiDAR data into ArcGIS projects.
7. Configure and administer ArcGIS Enterprise environments.
8. Apply GeoAI, machine learning, and predictive spatial analytics techniques.
9. Implement enterprise GIS security, governance, and data management best practices.
10. Develop scalable geospatial solutions that improve organizational planning and decision-making.

Organizational Benefits

Organizations implementing advanced ArcGIS technologies will benefit by:

1. Improving geospatial decision-making through advanced spatial analytics.
2. Enhancing enterprise GIS data management and governance.
3. Increasing operational efficiency through GIS automation.
4. Supporting infrastructure planning and asset management.
5. Strengthening disaster preparedness and emergency response capabilities.
6. Improving environmental monitoring and natural resource management.
7. Enhancing collaboration through enterprise web GIS platforms.
8. Reducing project implementation costs using intelligent geospatial solutions.
9. Supporting smart city initiatives and digital transformation strategies.
10. Enabling real-time location intelligence for strategic planning and operational excellence.

Target Participants

This course is designed for:

• GIS Analysts
• Senior GIS Specialists
• GIS Developers
• GIS Database Administrators
• ArcGIS Enterprise Administrators
• Remote Sensing Specialists
• Surveyors
• Urban and Regional Planners
• Civil Engineers
• Environmental Scientists
• Infrastructure Engineers
• Utility Managers
• Disaster Risk Management Professionals
• Public Health GIS Specialists
• Natural Resource Managers
• ICT Professionals managing GIS systems
• Researchers and Academicians
• Monitoring and Evaluation Specialists
• Spatial Data Infrastructure Professionals
• Professionals responsible for enterprise geospatial systems

Course Outline

Module 1: Advanced ArcGIS Platform Architecture

• ArcGIS ecosystem overview
• ArcGIS Pro advanced interface
• ArcGIS Enterprise architecture
• ArcGIS Online administration
• Enterprise deployment strategies
• GIS infrastructure planning

Case Study: Designing an enterprise ArcGIS platform for a government agency.

Module 2: Enterprise Geodatabase Management

• Geodatabase design
• Multiuser editing
• Versioning
• Data integrity
• Database optimization
• Backup and recovery

Case Study: Enterprise geodatabase implementation for national mapping.

Module 3: Advanced Spatial Analysis

• Spatial Analyst tools
• Overlay analysis
• Raster analysis
• Surface analysis
• Hydrological modeling
• Suitability analysis

Case Study: Spatial analysis for environmental conservation planning.

Module 4: Advanced Cartography and Visualization

• Professional map design
• Advanced symbology
• Cartographic automation
• Map series
• Infographics
• Visualization best practices

Case Study: Developing executive decision-support maps.

Module 5: Python Automation and ModelBuilder

• ArcPy scripting
• ModelBuilder workflows
• Automation techniques
• Batch geoprocessing
• Custom GIS tools
• Script optimization

Case Study: Automating repetitive GIS workflows.

Module 6: Web GIS and ArcGIS Online

• Web map creation
• Feature services
• ArcGIS Dashboards
• Experience Builder
• StoryMaps
• Web AppBuilder

Case Study: Building a public-facing GIS information portal.

Module 7: ArcGIS Enterprise Administration

• Server installation
• Portal configuration
• User management
• Security configuration
• Service publishing
• Performance monitoring

Case Study: Deploying ArcGIS Enterprise for a large organization.

Module 8: Mobile GIS and Field Data Collection

• ArcGIS Field Maps
• Survey123
• QuickCapture
• Mobile workflows
• Offline mapping
• Field data synchronization

Case Study: Mobile GIS for utility asset inspection.

Module 9: Remote Sensing and Image Analysis

• Image Analyst
• Satellite imagery
• Drone imagery
• LiDAR integration
• Image classification
• Change detection

Case Study: Monitoring land use change using ArcGIS imagery tools.

Module 10: Network Analysis and Location Intelligence

• Route optimization
• Service area analysis
• Logistics planning
• Network datasets
• Spatial optimization
• Location intelligence

Case Study: Optimizing emergency response routes using Network Analyst.

Module 11: GeoAI and Emerging ArcGIS Technologies

• Artificial Intelligence in GIS
• Machine learning
• Deep learning tools
• Predictive spatial analytics
• 3D GIS
• Digital twins

Case Study: GeoAI applications for infrastructure monitoring.

Module 12: Enterprise GIS Project Management and Best Practices

• GIS project planning
• Data governance
• Quality assurance
• Enterprise GIS standards
• Performance evaluation
• Future ArcGIS innovations

Case Study: Developing an enterprise GIS modernization strategy

General Information

1. Customized Training: All our courses can be tailored to meet the specific needs of participants.
2. Language Proficiency: Participants should have a good command of the English language.
3. Comprehensive Learning: Our training includes well-structured presentations, practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and collaborative group work. Our facilitators are seasoned experts with over a decade of experience.
4. Certification: Upon successful completion of training, participants will receive a certificate from Foscore Development Center (FDC-K).
5. Training Locations: Training sessions are conducted at Foscore Development Center (FDC-K) centers. We also offer options for in-house and online training, customized to the client's schedule.
6. Flexible Duration: Course durations are adaptable, and content can be adjusted to fit the required number of days.
7. Onsite Training Inclusions: The course fee for onsite training covers facilitation, training materials, two coffee breaks, a buffet lunch, and a Certificate of Successful Completion. Participants are responsible for their travel expenses, airport transfers, visa applications, dinners, health/accident insurance, and personal expenses.
8. Additional Services: Accommodation, pickup services, freight booking, and visa processing arrangements are available upon request at discounted rates.
9. Equipment: Tablets and laptops can be provided to participants at an additional cost.
10. Post-Training Support: We offer one year of free consultation and coaching after the course.
11. Group Discounts: Register as a group of more than two and enjoy a discount ranging from 10% to 50%.
12. Payment Terms: Payment should be made before the commencement of the training or as mutually agreed upon, to the Foscore Development Center account. This ensures better preparation for your training.
13. Contact Us: For any inquiries, please reach out to us at training@fdc-k.org or call +254712260031.
14. Website: Visit our website at www.fdc-k.org for more information.