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| TEC7130 - GPS Overview for Natural Resources |
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Agenda |
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| Global positioning systems (GPS) technologies are widely used by natural resource professionals for mapping and navigation. This overview course covers GPS theory and thoroughly examines accuracy issues for several commonly used GPS devices. Participants also receive hands-on experience using a GPS device. |
| College Credit |
1 semester hour |
| Who Should Attend: |
Biologists, realty specialists, managers, and other natural resource professionals who are interested in learning about the latest GPS technology /or who are responsible for procuring GPS devices. |
| Objectives: |
* Explain GPS theory;
* Identify sources of errors affecting the accuracy of GPS devices;
* Make informed decisions regarding the purchase of GPS technology; and
* Utilize recreational grade GPS devices for navigation.
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| Length: 1 day (4 hours) |
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Availability: By Request |
Contact: |
Eric Kelchlin |
Email: |
eric kelchlin@fws.gov |
Phone: |
(304) 876-7453 |
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Last Updated: November 18, 2008
National Conservation Training Center
698 Conservation Way
Shepherdstown, West Virginia 25443-9713
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