Name: ArcGIS Pro[2026]: Mapping, Spatial Analysis, 3D & Automation
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Created byDr. Abhijit Patil

Last updated 4/2026

English

What you'll learn

Become an ArcGIS Pro Power User: Master data management, stunning map design, and precision georeferencing.
Automate the Boring Stuff: Command ArcPy to effortlessly handle data exports, formatting, and repetitive tasks.
Become a Data Management Pro: Build and control geodatabases and features—with clicks or code.
Unlock the Secrets of Spatial Analysis: Perform buffers, clips, and raster analysis manually, then automate them.
From Map Maker to Map Master: Craft publication-quality layouts and dynamic labels—manually and programmatically.
Master 3D Terrain: Transform raw LiDAR data into stunning DTMs, DSMs, and elevation models.
Drag, Drop, Automate: Build powerful visual workflows with ModelBuilder.

Course content

9 sections • 45 lectures • 5h 48m total length

What is GIS? Why ArcGIS Pro + ArcPy is a Game Changer (Concepts)5:08
Setting Up ArcGIS Pro: Trial, Download & Installation5:24
Getting Comfortable with ArcGIS Pro: Navigating the Interface4:36
Navigate the ArcGIS Pro interface, including the map view, ribbons, and key panels. Explore the contents and catalog, manage layers and basemaps, and learn the workflow layout.
Getting Started with ArcPy: Installing & Running Your First Script (with ArcPy)4:53
Foundations of GIS: Exploring ArcGIS Pro and ArcPy

Understanding Spatial vs. Non-Spatial Data (Concepts)2:51
Importing, Exporting, and Organizing Layers6:41
Import spatial layers into ArcGIS Pro, export edited layers, and organize data with reordering, grouping, renaming, folder connections, and saving projects as .aprx.
Automating the Import of 50 U.S. State Shapefiles (with ArcPy)6:37
Working with Geodatabases and Importing Feature Classes7:04
Creating and Managing Geodatabases (with ArcPy)5:33
Field Calculations and Attribute Table Editing (GUI + ArcPy)8:27
Spatial & Non-Spatial Data Fundamentals

Understanding Georeferencing and Coordinate Systems (Concepts)4:08
Georeferencing a Historical USGS Toposheet: Staten Island, New York (1896)16:53
Georeference a scanned 1896 USGS toposheet of Staten Island in ArcGIS Pro, add ground control points, and compare with modern imagery using the swipe tool to assess alignment.
Hands-On Digitization: Points, Lines, and Polygons22:05
Digitize hospitals as points, highways as lines, and lakes as polygons from a georeferenced topo sheet in ArcGIS Pro, building a file geodatabase with named attributes.
Creating Feature Classes and Adding Features (with ArcPy)9:24
Maintaining Accuracy: Topology Rules & Editing Tools19:07
Quiz on Georeferencing & Digitization Essentials

The Art of Cartography: Symbology Principles (Concepts)5:30
Customizing Layer Symbology in ArcGIS Pro13:09
Applying Symbology (with ArcPy)8:00
Apply a saved symbology layer to 12 monthly earthquake shapefiles with ArcPy, automating magnitude-based graduated symbols in ArcGIS Pro 2025.
Enhancing Maps with Living Atlas Layers11:12
Labeling Features and Expressions8:50
Dynamic Labeling and Expression (via ArcPy)5:27
Designing Professional Map Layouts Using Brazil Data23:30
Automating Map Layout Export (with ArcPy)7:35
Test Your Skills: Symbology, Labeling & Layouts in ArcGIS Pro & ArcPy

Spatial Analysis: What, Why, and Where (Concepts)4:57
Buffer, Clip, and Intersect: Core Spatial Tools8:55
Explore three core spatial tools in ArcGIS Pro—buffer, clip, and intersect—as a practical, code-free workflow for proximity analysis, region extraction, and overlap identification.
Automate Geoprocessing Tools (with ArcPy)6:08
Automate common geoprocessing tasks in ArcGIS Pro with ArcPy by scripting buffer, clip, and intersect in a notebook, batch processing shapefiles and validating results in the map.
Raster Analysis: Slope, Aspect, and Hillshade7:37
Automating Batch Raster Processing (with ArcPy)4:38
Test Your Skills: Spatial Analysis & Geoprocessing Workflows Quiz

Understanding Attribute and Spatial Queries (Concepts)4:32
Selecting Features By Attribute8:13
Master attribute queries in ArcGIS Pro by selecting India Demographics 2011 districts with the select by attributes tool, using the attribute table and SQL expressions.
Selecting Features By Attribute (with ArcPy)3:00
Selecting Features By Location7:20
Selecting Features By Location (with ArcPy)4:00
Test Your Skills: Smart Data Filtering & Automation

Understanding 3D GIS and LiDAR (Concept)4:32
Visualizing LiDAR Point Clouds in 3D11:07
Generating DSM, DTM & nDEM from LiDAR12:02
3D Analysis Part-1: Elevation Profile, Steepest Path, Line of Sight8:48
3D Analysis Part-2: Viewshed & Volumetric Analysis6:30
Explore Viewshed analysis to determine visible areas from a point and apply Volumetric Analysis to compute cut and fill for terrain in real-world projects like city planning and construction.
Creating 3D Buildings from Height Attribute of Shapefile5:47
3D Analysis in ArcGIS Pro: Concepts and Applications3:02

Requirements

Basic understanding of GIS concepts (like layers, shapefiles, and spatial data) is helpful but not mandatory.
Prior experience with Python is advantageous but not mandatory.
64-bit Microsoft Window operating system

Description

Unlock the full power of ArcGIS Pro 2026 with this hands-on, practical course! Learn to create stunning maps, perform advanced spatial analysis, work in 3D, and streamline your workflows. This course is designed for GIS users who know the basics and want to become true ArcGIS Pro experts—boosting efficiency, accuracy, and impact in every project.

We focus on learning by doing. Through real-world projects, you’ll master essential ArcGIS Pro skills—from georeferencing historical maps and managing spatial data to creating publication-quality layouts and visualizations. Along the way, you’ll get introduced to Python automation (ArcPy) for key tasks, giving you a taste of scripting without overwhelming your learning path.

In this course, you will:

Build an expert foundation in ArcGIS Pro: digitization, georeferencing, map design, and data management.
Master spatial analysis: raster processing, queries, 3D visualization, and LiDAR data handling.
Automate smartly: learn basic ArcPy techniques to reduce repetitive tasks and save time.
Handle large datasets efficiently: process, manage, and analyze data like a professional.
Apply best practices: professional GIS workflows and standards for real-world projects.

Who this course is for:

GIS users ready to move beyond basics and master ArcGIS Pro
Students and researchers in geography, urban planning, and environmental studies
Professionals transitioning from ArcMap or other GIS platforms
Anyone seeking faster, smarter ways to manage and analyze spatial data

No prior Python experience is required. By the end, you’ll confidently handle ArcGIS Pro projects from start to finish and automate repetitive tasks when needed.

Who this course is for:

'GIS learners and professionals' who want to move beyond the basics and master ArcGIS Pro’s full potential — from smart data handling to advanced map design and analysis.
'Anyone working with large or repetitive GIS workflows' who wants to automate tasks using ArcPy and save hours of manual effort.
'Students, researchers, or job seekers' aiming to build a strong, portfolio-ready GIS skillset that includes both practical mapping skills and Python-based automation.

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Kickstart GIS Mastery4 lectures • 20min

Smart Data Management6 lectures • 37min

Georeferencing & Digitization Essentials5 lectures • 1hr 12min

Beautiful Maps & Smart Layouts8 lectures • 1hr 23min

Spatial Analysis & Geoprocessing Workflows5 lectures • 32min

Smart Data Filtering & Automation5 lectures • 27min

Advanced 3D GIS: Mapping & Analysis with LiDAR data7 lectures • 52min

ModelBuilder for Smart GIS Automation4 lectures • 23min

Capstone & Career Advancement1 lecture • 2min

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