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IAGT is pleased to provide Certified Training for Skyline Software Systems TerraSuite Products. Skyline Software is a leading provider of network-based, 3D Earth visualization software. Skyline's comprehensive platform of applications and tools enable the fusion and delivery of complex, geospatial information in a photo-realistic, 3D environment. This technology works on any platform including laptops, wireless handheld devices and in-vehicle systems; and over any type of network including intranets, private extranets and the Internet.

For detailed descriptions and demonstrations of the full range of Skyline products, please go to www.skylinesoft.com

IAGT provides our clients with high quality, comprehensive training. Our training features hands-on instruction to provide trainees with a structured, step-by-step experience that meets specific learning objectives. A complete set of instruction materials including an exercise book, reference manual, and sample data are provided to each trainee for review and continued learning. Each trainee that successfully completes the course receives a Skyline Training Certification.

Course Description:

TerraBuilder / TerraExplorer Pro

The TerraBuilder training gives the user a full understanding of the software's concept and architecture. The material covered includes all of the features in the product and their integration for creating a complete 3D database.

The TerraExplorer Pro training is designed to provide users with the skills necessary to annotate, customize, and distribute a 3D visualization. The material covered includes all of the features in the product and their integration with each other.

Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, the participants will have the skills and know-how to:

  • Fully control the TerraBuilder and TerraExplorer Pro interfaces
  • Import sources of all types into TerraBuilder
  • Perform geographic re-projection of sources
  • Control Terrabuilder's settings for customization of the end product
  • Perform all the source manipulations available in TerraBuilder
  • Create a complete 3D terrain database
  • Use TerraExplorer Pro to annotate and customize the 3D environment
  • Create, import and edit 2D, 3D static and dynamic elements
  • Develop predefined routes and generate movies
  • Use all the functionality available with the TerraExplorer Pro extensions, including GPS Tracking, GIS, Point Cloud Model, and Terrain Extract Extensions
  • Apply TerraExplorer Pro tools to perform GIS measurement and analysis functions
  • Create TerraExplorer kits for digital media/internet distribution

In addition, participants will be exposed to the entire TerraSuite family of products and how they relate through demonstrations and examples of each (Collaboration Tool, Programming Interface, TerraGate, FlyGen, TerraPhoto 3D, etc.).

Software Used:

TerraBuilder and TerraExplorer Pro, including extensions (GIS, Collaboration, GPS Tracking, Terrain Extract and Point Cloud extensions).

Prerequisites:

  • Basic familiarization with Microsoft OS
  • Familiarization with geographic information basics
  • No experience with Skyline's products is required

 

Course Location:

  • PlanetGov Headquarters (Yahoo Map)
    14155 Newbrook Drive
    Chantilly, VA 20151

Cost Schedule:

    Trainer's Site
  • $2400.00 for a single trainee
  • $2200.00 (each) for 3 - 5 trainees from a single client
  • $2000.00 (each) for 6 - 9 trainees from a single client
  • $1800.00 (each) for 10 or more trainees from a single client
    Client's Site*
  • $12,000.00 for up to 6 trainees
  • $16,000.00 for 7 - 10 trainees
  • $20,000.00 for 11 - 15 trainees

* Client provides training space, computer equipment and refreshments.

Contact Information:

  • William Connor
    Phone: (315) 283-9417
    Fax: (315) 253-7335
    E-mail: bconnor@iagt.org

Registration:

  • Training participants must be registered, with full payment received by IAGT, one week in advance of the course.
  • The course requires a minimum of six training participants. In the event the minimum number of participants is not achieved, IAGT reserves the right to cancel the course. The registrants will receive a full refund of registration fees and will be encouraged to enroll in a future course.
  • Courses will be offered approximately every two months.
  • Training courses at client's site available upon request.

 


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