Service Overview
The eGIS Program provides GIS training on desktop and web-based applications for eGIS member departments, and includes limited technical support and expertise in the eGIS Program subscription.
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Benefits
- Increases GIS skills and core competency to perform spatial analysis.
- Provides in-class training led by expert GIS Analysts as part of its service to provide departmental staff pertinent and useful skillsets.
- Transfers knowledge on how to access the County’s GIS datasets, software, applications and other GIS resources.
Service Description
The eGIS Group creates and holds GIS training on a regular basis at no cost, including:
- Desktop Software – Beginner and intermediate GIS training to learn fundamental spatial concepts and commonly-used spatial functions and map-making.
- Enterprise GIS Applications – Parcel Viewer and GIS Viewer training.
Custom training can be developed for departments as needed.
The subscription to eGIS includes a limited number of support hours that can be used to request maps, technical support, application development, automation, etc. that leverage the substantial expertise of eGIS Program Staff.
Governance
The eGIS Executive Committee governs eGIS Program training offerings.
Availability & Support
Training and support are offered during normal business hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM, please contact eGIS@isd.lacounty.gov.