This tutorial is intended to introduce you to the basic use of ArcGIS 8.2. ArcGIS is a large program with many extensions and many uses. We will concentrate on ArcMAP and ArcCatalog. In this workshop, you will learn how to:
add layers to a map including Shapefiles, Coverages, and Grids.
use the Spatial Analyst extension.
change the symbology to help understand the data.
work with tables and join tables to map layers.
work with geoprocessing tools - buffer and spatial join.
work with layouts for better presentation of map data.
create and edit shapefiles.
ArcMAP is the desktop interface for ArcGIS. Look for ArcGIS in the Start menu then look for ArcMAP. You will be prompted on whether or not you want to open a new project or an existing one. You should open a new project.
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