2024 Pre-Conference WorkshopsEvery year, KAM offers some pre-conference workshops in support of its mission to provide educational opportunities to the greater Kansas mapping community. On Tuesday, October 22, 2024, we cordially invite you to attend one or more of these workshops. Attendance at the conference itself is encouraged but not required to participate in a pre-conference workshop. Full-Day WorkshopMorning WorkshopsAfternoon Workshops
Note: a $25 registration fee will be charged to anyone who registers for workshops on the day of the event. |
Full-Day Workshop
Introduction to Experience Builder
Instructor: GeoSpatial Training Services
9 am to 4 pm, Tuesday, October 22, 2024
This course is intended for students who have some knowledge of ArcGIS Online and are looking to expand on their understanding of how to create interactive, online applications. Though it is recommended that students have some experience in developing online map applications, it is not necessary. No scripting skills necessary.
What to bring with you: Participants need to have their own computer and an ArcGIS Online Creator user type or higher with a valid login. If either requirement is a hardship for you, please contact us to discuss options for borrowing a device.
Cost: $370 if paying by check / $380 if paying by credit card
Morning Workshops
Kansas NG911 GIS Data Maintainer
Instructors: Sherry Massey and Will Trimble, Kansas Data Access and Support Center (DASC)
9 am to 12 pm, Tuesday, October 22, 2024
In the Kansas NG911 GIS Program, the Data Maintainer is the person who will be performing the actual maintenance of GIS data for the NG911 Program. Every PSAP (Public Safety Answering Point) must have a certified Data Maintainer or have a maintenance contract with a vendor that has a certified Data Maintainer on staff. Those completing this class will be certified as Kansas NG911 Data Maintainers.
Topics to be covered: The role of GIS in NG911; an update on the status of the NG911 program in Kansas; the role of the Data Maintainer and the responsibilities that come with the position; the Kansas NG911 GIS Data Model and its requirements; the tools available to assist in data maintenance; and a discussion of geoMSAG maintenance and the GIS role in telephone record accuracy. During the Behind-the-Scenes of the NG911 Toolbox, we will go in-depth covering the details of certain tools and how they work and how users can leverage the tools to make their data life easier.
What to bring with you: We recommend bringing a notepad and writing utensil if you wish to take notes.
Cost: Free. Registration required.
Legal Descriptions – The Quick and Dirty
Instructor: Pamela Dunham, PKM, Butler County GIS Director
9 am to 12 pm, Tuesday, October 22, 2024
This half-day session is geared toward those individuals that work with legal descriptions. Are you a Clerk that is trying to work deeds? Are you a GIS Technician trying to key legal descriptions into ArcGIS or CAD? What do you do when the legal does not close or does not make sense? This class is for you.
We will take a close look at legal descriptions and break them down to just the information you need to identify the property being conveyed. Then, we will take a deeper dive into the rectangular survey system and metes & bounds descriptions with some tips and tricks to make them understandable. We will cover the hierarchy of calls when there are errors in the legal description, how to read a land compass and figure out what an Azimuth is.
When we converted to GIS I thought, “whew, now I can just key in the legal and my computer will map it for me!” How wrong I was. This base knowledge is invaluable. What to do when the legal does not close? What if the legal shows 400’ to the river and the river is 600’ away? How do I make sense of a page long legal described in course and distance when trying to determine what property is being conveyed? We will answer all these questions and more.
What to bring with you: We recommend bringing a notepad and writing utensil if you wish to take notes. All participants will receive a copy of the presentation and documents.
Cost: Members $75 / Non-Members $125
Afternoon Workshops
Confidently Collecting GPS Data in ArcGIS Field Maps
Instructor: Chris Zuniga, Bad Elf LLC
1 pm to 4 pm, Tuesday, October 22, 2024
This seminar focuses on fundamental geospatial concepts, methodologies, and the latest geotechnologies. Attend this exciting opportunity to:
- Cover GNSS basics, horizontal and vertical datums, projections. (30min)
- Discuss basic field operations in the ArcGIS Ecosystem: (1hr)
- Use ArcGIS Online to prepare feature layers, share data online, and visualize your findings via web map. (30min)
- Practice hands-on field data collection with ArcGIS Field Maps. (1hr)
Who Should Attend
This workshop is designed for individuals eager to harness the potential of GPS technology for field data collection. No prior mapping experience is required. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, this session provides practical insights and hands-on experience.
Benefits
- Acquire skills to prepare, manage, and share field data digitally.
- Gain proficiency in using data collector apps for asset management.
- Learn to use external GNSS receivers with mobile devices for accurate location data.
Notes: All attendees of this workshop are eligible to receive Credential Points towards their GISP certification. Please inquire with Bad Elf or the GISCI for more information.
What to bring with you: We recommend bringing a notepad and writing utensil if you wish to take notes. Please feel free to bring your own laptop with access to ArcGIS Online and Field Maps for those portions of the class.
Cost: Members $75 / Non-Members $125
Mastering the Art of Online Cartography: Principles and Best Practices for Web Maps in GIS
Instructor: Charles Myers, City of Lawrence
1 pm to 4 pm, Tuesday, October 22, 2024
In the dynamic field of digital mapping, online web maps have become a powerful tool for GIS professionals to share geographic information with a wide audience. This pre-conference workshop will provide an in-depth exploration of the principles of cartography specifically tailored to the unique demands of online web mapping within the ESRI ArcGIS environment.
Participants will delve into the core elements of web map design, learning how to effectively use color, symbols, and typography in a digital context. The workshop will address the challenges of displaying spatial information on various devices and screen sizes, ensuring that maps are both functional and visually appealing. Through a blend of lectures, hands-on exercises, and case studies, attendees will acquire the skills to create interactive and user-friendly web maps using ESRI's Web AppBuilder and Experience Builder.
Key topics to be covered include:
- Fundamental principles of cartographic design for the web
- Techniques for enhancing map interactivity and user engagement
- Responsive design considerations for different devices and screen sizes
- Effective use of color and symbology in an online context
- Leveraging web mapping technologies and platforms
- Understanding ESRI-specific workflows for Web AppBuilder and Experience Builder
- Utilizing visible scale levels and queries to enhance map functionality
- Strategies for optimizing map performance and load times
- Best practices for creating dynamic and thematic web maps
By the end of the workshop, participants will have the knowledge and skills to produce high-quality web maps that effectively communicate geographic information in an interactive and accessible manner. Whether you are new to web mapping or looking to enhance your online cartographic techniques, this workshop will provide valuable insights and practical tools to elevate your digital mapping projects.
Join us for an engaging and interactive session that will expand your expertise in online cartography and inspire your future GIS web map endeavors.
What to bring with you: Students need to have their own computer and an ArcGIS Online Creator user type or higher with a valid login. If either requirement is a hardship for you, please contact us to discuss options for borrowing a device.
Cost: Members $75 / Non-Members $125
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