MAPublisher Training Course Outline

Complete the training registration form to reserve your place in any upcoming course. You can also call us at 1-800-884-2555 to speak to one of our training coordinators.

 

Who should attend

  • cartographers using GIS data
  • existing MAPublisher users who want to experience the new features of the latest version of MAPublisher
  • existing MAPublisher users who want to get the most out of their MAPublisher license
  • GIS professionals who want to produce better quality maps
  • anyone making maps that wants to leverage the benefits of this powerful software

 

Cost

Cost of the two day training course is US$1000 per person. Discounts are available to groups of three or more from the same organization and for returning students desiring a refresher or update. Major credit cards are accepted.

 

Course details

  • Hands-on training takes place in a modern computer lab where computers and all required software are provided.
  • Discounts are available for 3 or more attendees from the same organization and for returning students desiring a refresher or update.
  • MAPublisher training courses are taught by Avenza Systems product specialists with the latest release of MAPublisher for Adobe Illustrator CS6 on Windows (unless otherwise noted).
  • Attendees will learn the fundamentals of MAPublisher and learn how to use all of its features.
  • Attendees will also receive basic instruction on the use of Adobe Illustrator as it relates to MAPublisher and cartographic production. A basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator is recommended, but not required.
  • Attendees are encouraged to bring his or her own datasets. There will be some time during the end of the course to discuss these with an instructor.
  • Attendees that are Mac users may opt to bring his or her own Mac and software. Avenza can provide a Mac version of MAPublisher to use during training.
  • Classes may be cancelled up to seven business days prior to the confirmed training date (depending on the number of reservations received).

 

Sample training course agenda

Day 1

  • Introductions and Company Overview
  • MAPublisher Overview (product concept)
  • Key Functionality (powerpoint presentation)
  • Introduction to Adobe Illustrator CS5
  • MAPublisher for Adobe Illustrator Training overview
Session 1
  • Getting Started
  • Transform MAP Data
  • Style MAP Data
  • Edit and Add MAP Data
  • Export GIS Data
Session 2
  • Working with MAP Attributes
  • MAP Themes
Session 3
  • MAP Selections
  • Line and Drawing Tools

Day 2

Session 4
  • Labeling Functions
  • MAPublisher LabelPro
Session 5
  • Working with Images
  • Scale Bar, North Arrow, Legends
  • Grids, Graticules and Indexes
Session 6
  • Export to Web - Flash and HTML5
  • Export to Geospatial PDF
  • Digitize from Images
  • Georeferencer
  • Review concepts, answer questions, discuss ideas
  • Class conclusion