Blue Marble Geographics announced that there are still seats available for the upcoming Applied Geodesy Training classes scheduled in Houston, TX during the week of September 24th. These sessions focus on the popular Blue Marble software applications Geographic Calculator and Geographic Transformer, and seats are filling fast.
The daylong courses offer in-depth training on applied geodesy using these two powerful data conversion applications. These sessions will conveniently take place in conjunction with the 2007 GITA for Oil & Gas Conference.
Each course features education on the fundamentals of geodesy and mapping, which is useful for the novice, and as a refresher for the expert geodesist. In fact, many people attend these courses for the geodesy training alone. Here is a chance to not only educate oneself on the science of geodesy, but also learn how to really leverage the power of Blue Marble software.
If you have difficulty understanding the difference between a projection and a datum, then this is the course for you. If you manage GIS users and are responsible for the accuracy and reliability of your data and the expertise of your staff, then this is a great course for your entire department. You do not have to be a user of the Calculator or Transformer to benefit from this course.
“We have found that even the experienced GIS professional benefits from a primer on geodesy,” stated Blue Marble President Patrick Cunningham. “These concepts are essential to all GIS work, but are so often overlooked. It truly is a worthwhile investment for any company that relies on accurate, quality geospatial data.”
In addition to the fundamentals of mapping, the daylong Calculator training session includes a detailed interactive overview of coordinate conversion, coordinate systems and geodesy. Users are then walked through the features and functions of the software including interactive conversions, point database file conversions, map file conversions, and working with custom coordinate systems. Users are encouraged to bring their own data for these sessions.
The Transformer course covers the entire functionality of the Transformer by using the client’s own data to familiarize them with, and master key image management skills for their unique situation. Users learn how to read, understand and properly reference and reproject raster data from simple to complex conversions, mosaic and tile out imagery and work through batch processes.
Call toll free 800-616-2725 or email training@bluemarblegeo.com to reserve your spot now. Blue Marble also offers on-site sessions that can be conveniently planned to fit your schedule.