This course provides an extensive look into the many engineering-related applications which may be performed more efficiently and effectively by GIS technologies.

Topics: The Principal Purposes of GIS; Analytical Methods using GIS Spatial and Proximity Analysis, Buffering, Clusters, Locate Nearest Overlaying Data Layers, Location and Viewshed Analysis Popular Processes and Toolsets used in GIS Route Optimization and Navigational; Accident Analysis GIS and ITS; Railway Systems Monitoring, Road Management GIS use for Capital Improvement Projects Nautical Routing: Waterway Navigation Ambulance, Hazmat, Wide Load Routing and Monitoring Bridge Maintenance Evaluations and Monitoring FEMA and FIRM Maps: Flood Risk Evaluation Disaster Risk Management, Mitigation, Eval., Planning, Response Insurance: Risk Management and Claims Adjustment Urban Planning and Development, Land Planning and Agricultural Gas Infrastructure, Geological, Petroleum, Mining Electrical Grid Planning and Monitoring, Advanced Metering Piping and Cabling Locating, Telecom and Cabling networks Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Supplier Distribution and Sales Route Management Logistics, Demographics, Sale, and Marketing The Process of Geocoding Properties, Facilities, and Space Management / Planning Zoning and Land Use Requirements, Mass Property Appraisals Parcel and Tax Jurisdiction Mapping Educational Applications Homeland and Border Security, Military and Law Enforcement Governmental Election Mapping, Jurisdictional Zones Crime Scene Investigations.

Intended Audience: This course is intended for all engineers whose job description may require a general knowledge of GIS analysis methods and technical applications. 

Publication Source: Based on original courseware from Donald W. Parnell, PE