Gis Day Presentation 2010 - ACCC - Expanded Version

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GIS is for EveryoneGIS is for Everyone
Paul CarisPaul Caris
GIS SpecialistGIS Specialist
NJ Dept. of Environmental ProtectionNJ Dept. of Environmental Protection

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My Perspective on GISMy Perspective on GIS
GIS for Better Decision Making & for Public ServiceGIS for Better Decision Making & for Public Service
• 12 Years NJ DEP12 Years NJ DEP
• 8 Years Middlesex County Planning Dept.8 Years Middlesex County Planning Dept.
• Academic BackgroundAcademic Background
– GeographyGeography
– Urban GeographyUrban Geography
– Urban PlanningUrban Planning
• President of Mid Atlantic Chapter, Urban and RegionalPresident of Mid Atlantic Chapter, Urban and Regional
Information Systems Association (MAC URISA)Information Systems Association (MAC URISA)
– Non-Profit OrganizationNon-Profit Organization
– Educational Events forEducational Events for
• GIS ProfessionalsGIS Professionals
• The PublicThe Public

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First of All… What is GIS?First of All… What is GIS?

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A geographic information system (GIS) integrates
hardware, software, and data for capturing, managing,
analyzing, and displaying all forms of geographically
referenced information.
GIS allows us to view, understand, question, interpret, and
visualize data in many ways that reveal relationships,
patterns, and trends in the form of maps, globes, reports,
and charts.
A GIS helps you answer questions and solve problems by
looking at your data in a way that is quickly understood
and easily shared.
www.gis.com

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The Geography, the Data and the Links in BetweenThe Geography, the Data and the Links in Between
Smart Digital Maps and VisualizationsSmart Digital Maps and Visualizations

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Geographically Referenced Data LayersGeographically Referenced Data Layers
The Power of Spatial Analysis and Mapped InformationThe Power of Spatial Analysis and Mapped Information

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Where Did GIS Come From?Where Did GIS Come From?
Computer Science
GIS
Global Positioning Systems
Database
Management
Cartography, Surveying,
Mapping
Geography
Remote Sensing

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Major Components of GISMajor Components of GIS
HardwareHardware
InformationInformation
& Data& Data
MethodsMethods
& Business& Business
RulesRules
PeoplePeople
SoftwareSoftware
GISGIS

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Preview
•GIS Has Arrived!GIS Has Arrived!
•Important Things About GISImportant Things About GIS
•Citizen Access to GISCitizen Access to GIS
•GIS Outlook in Southern NJGIS Outlook in Southern NJ

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GIS Has Arrived!GIS Has Arrived!
Web-based Mapping and GISWeb-based Mapping and GIS
Google Earth
Google Maps
Bing Maps 3D
Online Interactive Mapping

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GPS is EverywhereGPS is Everywhere
GPS Technology EverywhereGPS Technology Everywhere
GPS Watch
Garmin DC30 GPS Dog Collar

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Important Things About GIS…Important Things About GIS…

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GIS is an Integrator of DisciplinesGIS is an Integrator of Disciplines
Utilities
Transportation
Remote Sensing
Natural Hazards & Disaster
Response
Law Enforcement
Infrastructure/Facilities Mgmt
Environmental Health
Agricultural Science
Health Care
Urban Planning
Watershed Management
Site Selection
Public Policy
Natural Resource Management
Military & Homeland Security
Coastal Zone Management
G
I
S

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GIS Brings People Together…GIS Brings People Together…
To Solve Common ProblemsTo Solve Common Problems

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GIS is a Big BusinessGIS is a Big Business
•GIS Software
•GIS Hardware & GPS
•Data Development
•Consulting &
Engineering
•Marketing &
Advertising
•Location Based
Services
•Military Applications

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Many Industries Use GIS
http://www.esri.com/industries.html

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GIS is a Government FunctionGIS is a Government Function

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GIS is a ProfessionGIS is a Profession
• ArcGIS Server Administrator/Developer
• GIS Technician
• GIS Programming Lead
• Senior Business Development Consultant (GIS Services) - US
• Advanced Geospatial Intelligence Analyst
• GIS Specialist II
• Applications & Training Engineer
• Supervisor Cartographer/Geographer
• GIS Tester
• Programming Lead
• Sr. Java Developer
• Sr. Application Developer
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist
• Statistician
• GIS Service Development Analyst
• GIS Implementer
• Systems Analyst - GIS
US Job Ads at
www.giscareers.com
(October/November 2010)
www.giscareers.com
www.careersingis.com
http://www.gisjobs.com/

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GIS is a Science & Field of StudyGIS is a Science & Field of Study
• Geographic Information Science and
Technology
• Defining a GIS Curriculum
Coalition of Geospatial Organizations (COGO)
Association of American Geographers
Geographic Information Science &
Technology
Body of Knowledge

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GIS OrganizationsGIS Organizations
• American Congress on Surveying and Mapping (ACSM)
• American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing
(ASPRS)
• Association of American Geographers (AAG)
• Cartography and Geographic Information Society (CAGIS)
• Geospatial Information Technology Association (GITA)
• GIS Certification Institute (GISCI)
• International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO)
• Management Association for Private Photogrammetric
Surveyors (MAPPS)
• National States Geographic Information Council (NSGIC)
• University Consortium for Geographic Information Science
(UCGIS)
• Urban and Regional Information Systems Association (URISA)

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Citizen Access to GISCitizen Access to GIS

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GIS Makes Mapping Available to Everyday People and Mostly for FreeGIS Makes Mapping Available to Everyday People and Mostly for Free
... and Mostly for Free... and Mostly for Free
Free
Web Services
Freely Available Data
from Government Agencies
Online
Mapping
Public Participation
GIS (PPGIS)
Open Source
GIS Software Free
GIS Viewers

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Online Mapping ApplicationsOnline Mapping Applications
View Layers and Simple Geospatial AnalysisView Layers and Simple Geospatial Analysis
http://www.nj.gov/dep/gis/
NJDEP’S NJ-GEOWEB

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More than 90 Data Layers AvailableMore than 90 Data Layers Available
http://njwebmap.state.nj.us/NJGeoWeb/webpages/info/descript.htm#GeoWebProfilehttp://njwebmap.state.nj.us/NJGeoWeb/webpages/info/descript.htm#GeoWebProfile
NJDEP’S NJ-GEOWEB

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Geospatial Selection and Analysis toolsGeospatial Selection and Analysis tools
NJDEP’S NJ-GEOWEB

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Advanced ToolsAdvanced Tools
NJDEP’S NJ-GEOWEB

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Link from Features to Data from DEP DataMinerLink from Features to Data from DEP DataMiner
NJDEP’S NJ-GEOWEB

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DEP DataMiner ReportDEP DataMiner Report
http://www.nj.gov/dep/opra/online.html
NJDEP’S NJ-GEOWEB

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Free GIS Tools
• ESRI’s ArcGIS Explorer
• Free Download
• Data Viewer
• Uses Web Services
www.esri.com/software/arcgis/explorer

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Easy to Use InterfaceEasy to Use Interface
Add Local DataAdd Local Data

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Open Source GIS Software
• Developed as Open Source
• Free to Use
• Free to Share
• Free to Modify
Desktop Applications
• Quantum GIS
• MapWindow
• GRASS GIS
• gvSIG
• uDIG
www.osgeo.org
Web Mapping Applications
• Open Layers
• MapGuide Open Source
• GeoServer
Geospatial Libraries
• FDO
• GDAL/OGR
• GeoTools

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GIS Outlook in Southern NJGIS Outlook in Southern NJ

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GIS is a Relatively Young and Growing FieldGIS is a Relatively Young and Growing Field
Is GIS Recession Proof?Is GIS Recession Proof?
No…No…
GIS is RecessionGIS is Recession Resistant!Resistant!

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GIS in New Jersey has a Strong Foundation
NJ Geographic Information
Network
–http://njgin.nj.gov
•New Jersey Geospatial
Forum
•Tax Parcel Data

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GIS in Established in South Jersey
•Atlantic County
•Burlington County
•Camden County
•Cape May County
•Gloucester County
•Salem County
•Atlantic City
•Camden City
… and has room to grow

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Issues Suited to GIS Analysis in South Jersey
•Development and Growth Issues
•Land Preservation & Habitat Protection
•Farmland Preservation
•Regional Transportation
•Urban Revitalization & Redevelopment
•Brownfields Development
•Hurricane Planning & Response
•Nuclear Incident Planning

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Where are the GIS Jobs?
• Government
– Federal
– State
– County
– Municipal
• Private Sector
– GIS & IT Consulting
– Planning
– Engineering
– Surveying
– Marketing
• Non-profits
– Watershed Associations
– Land Preservation
Employment Declining or Flat
Employment Likely to Grow
with Improving Economy
Needs Economic Recovery for Employment Growth

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What are GIS Students to Do?
• Make Sure Your Education Works in Your Favor
–Excel in GIS
–Get to Know Your Professors
–Study Math & Science
–Learn Some Programming
• Network with Professionals
–NJ Geospatial Forum
–MAC URISA Meetings and Conferences
–Join a Professional Organization
• AAG
• URISA
• Get Some Experience
–Find an Internship
–Volunteer Your GIS Skills to a Non-profit

Thank you for coming!Thank you for coming!
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Have a Great GIS Day!

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