Esri Certified ArcGIS Desktop Associates are adept at applying basic GIS and ArcGIS concepts and processes to workflows and are skilled at using ArcGIS Desktop to visualize, manage, and analyze geospatial data.
This certification is targeted for ArcGIS 10 Desktop users with the equivalent of two or more years experience using ArcGIS.
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A qualified candidate for the Esri ArcGIS Desktop Associate Certification has the equivalent of two years experience using ArcGIS, is capable of making routine decisions and accomplishing defined tasks in ArcGIS Desktop, but relies on others for guidance in an enterprise environment. The candidate can recall, understand, and apply basic GIS and ArcGIS concepts and processes, including but not limited to ArcGIS platform awareness, geoprocessing, sharing in ArcGIS Desktop, coordinate system awareness, and using ArcGIS Desktop to manage, analyze, edit, and visualize data.
A qualified candidate should be able to:
The following training resources are available to help you prepare for your exam, but they are not required. Keep in mind, completing recommended training courses does not guarantee that you will achieve the requirements for a specific Esri Technical Certification.
Esri Technical Certification: Skills Review for ArcGIS Desktop Associate (10.0)
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