SKILLSET
GPS/Field Data Collection

GPS in a professional setting can be used for the collection of spatial information attributes for a variety of projects.  Being able to properly use a GPS as well as integrating other devices such as digital cameras and PDA is becoming more common place.  More importantly, is being able to process, create spatial information, as well as integrating GPS data with other spatial data from other systems like GIS and CAD.


Integration and Data Creation

 

  • Integrate with GIS and CAD
  • Integrate with Digital Cameras and PDAs
  • Create/Update Spatial Data


Software


  • ArcPad
  • Pathfinder
  • Trimble GPS Analyst and GPS Correct
  • TopCon FAST
  • Various Freeware (VB Garmin, Waypoint +, DNR Garmin)
  • PLGR software


GPS Units


  • Trimble GeoXT
  • TopCon
  • Garmin
  • PLGR