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MAPGUIDE 6 INTRODUCTORY CLASS
  

 

 This very successful, hands-on, motivating, 3-day course teaches users all the basics and many tips and tricks to optimize their own site using Autodesk MapGuide. EKHO's unique training style will ensure you leave with the knowledge of how to install, configure and successfully implement all of the required software.  The student will know how to create a web-based map using points, lines, polygons, text, and raster from a variety of data sources.  They will also learn how to generate reports, and navigational techniques.


This beginner's Mapguide course will utilize the following techniques:
Short lecture/Robotel video demonstration on each feature/concept.
Students see all instructor demonstrations clearly on their own Viewsonic monitors at their desk with the Robotel video network.
Students practice each exercise on their own workstation.
Personal coaching is provided as difficulties arise.
Group project will be conducted during the final session. This course concentrates on the practical basics required to create a web-based map and optimize your own web site. The instructor-led, tutorial type instructions on the screen, are designed to guarantee consistency in training and maximize the student's understanding of each concept taught.

INCLUDED WITH THE COURSE:
3 days of Autodesk Certified Instructor Led Training* and
           Personal Coaching/Tutoring for:
                     Correct application of the commands/features.
                     Good work habits.
                     Productivity Tips.
                     Shortcuts, keyboard and work related.
                     Important features that shorten the work.
Course Specific Instruction Manual by Autodesk.
Free e-mail support on related topics after the course.

WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE:

GIS (Geographic Information Systems) users, programmers and database specialists who want to use Autodesk's state-of-the-art Mapguide software.

PRE-REQUISITES:

    • Windows for AutoCAD course at EKHO or equivalent experience.
    • Basic Math/Geometry/Trig Skills
    • Understanding of Internet Browsers.
    • Basic Database experience or training.
    • Basic knowledge of mapping coordinate systems.
    • Basic knowledge of the Internet and web services would be beneficial.
    • Keyboard training or experience.

BASIC COURSE OUTLINE

Module 1 Introduction to Autodesk MapGuide............................... 1-1

Lesson 1: Autodesk MapGuide Software Components........................ 1-2

Lesson 2: Autodesk MapGuide Architecture....................................... 1-11

Lesson 3: Managing the Training Data............................................... 1-18

 

Module 2 Autodesk MapGuide Viewer............................................. 2-1

Lesson 1: Using Autodesk MapGuide Viewer....................................... 2-2

Lesson 2: Applying URL Parameters in Autodesk MapGuide............. 2-11

Lesson 3: Embedding Maps in Web Pages....................................... 2-19

 

Module 3 Autodesk MapGuide Author............................................. 3-1

Lesson 1: Introduction to Autodesk MapGuide Author.......................... 3-2

Lesson 2: Working with Layers in Autodesk MapGuide Author.......... 3-12

Lesson 3: More Autodesk MapGuide Author Features....................... 3-36

 

Module 4 Advanced Authoring Tools............................................... 4-1

Lesson 1: Running the Autodesk MapGuide Symbol Manager............. 4-2

Lesson 2: Using the Autodesk MapGuide Dynamic Authoring Toolkit

............................................................................................................. 4-11

 

Module 5 Internet Information Server............................................. 5-1

Lesson 1: Installing MS Internet Information Server.............................. 5-2

Lesson 2: Using the Web Server Administrator................................... 5-8

 

Module 6 Autodesk MapGuide Server............................................ 6-1

Lesson 1: Installing Autodesk MapGuide Server................................... 6-2

Lesson 2: Administering Autodesk MapGuide Server......................... 6-13

Lesson 3: Understanding the Autodesk MapGuide Data Providers.... 6-29

 

Module 7 ColdFusion Server............................................................ 7-1

Lesson 1: Installing ColdFusion Application Server.............................. 7-2

Lesson 2: Configuring ColdFusion Application Server....................... 7-12

 

Module 8 ColdFusion Reports.......................................................... 8-1

Lesson 1: Using ColdFusion Studio...................................................... 8-2

Lesson 2: Writing ColdFusion Reports with ColdFusion Studio........ 8-11

 

Module 9 Autodesk MapGuide SDF Loader.................................... 9-1

Lesson 1: Using SDF Loader and Online Help..................................... 9-2

Lesson 2: Using Batch Files............................................................... 9-11

 

Module 10 Working With DWG Files............................................... 10-1

Lesson 1: Translating DWG Files to SDF Format............................. 10-2

Lesson 2: Using DWG Files Directly................................................ 10-11

 

Module 11 Raster Workshop........................................................... 11-1

Lesson 1: Converting Images to Tiled TIFF Files............................... 11-2

Lesson 2: Creating Raster Image Catalog (RIC) Files....................... 11-9

 

Module 12 Autodesk MapGuide Performance.............................. 12-1

Lesson 1: Generalizing Vector Data with SDF Loader....................... 12-2

Lesson 2: Sub-Sampling Raster Images.......................................... 12-12

Lesson 3: Exploring Autodesk MapGuide Author Performance........ 12-20
 

PERSONAL TUTORING
As the students are assumed to be new to Mapguide, the course instructor will act as a project coordinator, instructor and personal tutor on the practice exercises so that the students can learn first hand from the trainer's experience; their errors are turned into a valuable learning experience. 

See the following pages for testimonials and samples of other students work:

Testimonials by EKHO Graduates