Mastering Google Earth Pro ( googleearthpro | 21 hours )

• Basic computer skills

Audience

• Geographic Information System (GIS) professionals
• Environmental scientists
• Educators

Google Earth Pro is an advanced version of Google Earth, a geospatial software application that allows users to view a 3D representation of Earth primarily based on satellite imagery.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-to-advanced level GIS professionals who wish to learn how to use Google Earth Pro for mapping, data visualization, and geographic analysis.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Learn to navigate the user interface of Google Earth Pro and understand the functionality of its various tools and options.
• Efficiently navigate the globe using Google Earth Pro, including the use of search functions, coordinates, and various view modes.
• Create, edit, and utilize placemarks, paths, and polygons to mark and analyze geographical locations.
• Use Google Earth Pro for advanced visualization, including 3D buildings, historical imagery, and street view integration.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Introduction to Google Earth Pro

• Overview of Google Earth Pro
• Installation and setup
• Navigating the interface
• Understanding layers and views

Basic Features

• Navigating the globe
• Searching for locations
• Using placemarks, paths, and polygons
• Saving and sharing locations

Advanced Navigation and Visualization

• Understanding coordinates and projections
• Time slider and historical imagery
• 3D buildings and terrain
• Street view integration

Working with Imagery

• Adding and overlaying images
• Image manipulation and adjustment
• Georeferencing techniques

Data Import, Export, and Management

• Importing GIS data (KML, KMZ, Shapefiles)
• Creating and managing layers
• Exporting images and data
• GPS data integration

Advanced Tools and Analysis

• Distance and area measurements
• Creating tours and presentations
• Utilizing the flight simulator
• Ocean and sky mode exploration

Customization and Extensions

• Customizing the interface
• Using Google Earth Pro with other Google tools
• Introduction to Google Earth Engine
• Exploring third-party plugins and extensions

Summary and Next Steps