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TEC7117 - Logging System Design for ES Field Stations (Advanced)
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This course teaches participants how to maintain and enhance the “TAILS” Tracking and Integrated Logging System and associated GIS components as typically used in an FWS Ecological Services Field Office (ESFO).  The course instruction is specific to the ESFO TAILS logging system and covers the maintenance and integration of spatial data.  Students use Database Management and ArcGIS software during the class.

College Credit
Who Should Attend:

FWS Ecological Services Field Office staff, particularly GIS and computer support personnel who are specifically responsible for supporting the Tracking and Integrated Logging System and GIS systems for an ESFO.  Previous completion of TEC7116 or equivalent.  Experience with ES ("TAILS") logging system is recommended. 

Objectives:

*Learn advanced features and configurations of the “TAILS” Tracking and Integrated Logging System;

*Successfully troubleshoot and correct data and configuration errors in the Tracking and Integrated Logging System;

*Learn how to integrate scanned images (permits and photographs) and link to specific GIS data layers; and

*Learn how to customize the system to store additional data, produce customized reports, and conduct advanced searches and queries.

Length: 3 days/24 hours   Availability: Annually
Contact:
Mark Richardson
Email:
mark richardson@fws.gov
Phone:
(304) 876-7470

 


Last Updated: November 18, 2008
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