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APSU Tactile Map
As a person with sight, the idea of being placed in a new and unusual environment is daunting enough. Now imagine having a disability that limits your ability to see where you are at. That [...]
The Power of Story Maps
The old adage is “a picture is worth a thousand words” and that holds especially true in GIS and Geoscience fields. Any professional path that involves analyzing data or supporting decision makers will run into [...]
Website Redesign
Goal I, Han Kim, was given the task of updating the design of our APSU GIS website. From first glance, the website looks great, and looks like something any business owner may be proud of, [...]
Veteran Reconnect – APSU GIS Center
As part of the APSU Computer Science Department’s internship requirement I was assigned to Geographic Information Systems Center (GIS Center). Apart from needing the course for graduation, it offers the student to contribute to worthy [...]
Yoast Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
Yoast Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Purpose I began work on improving the Yoast Search Engine Optimization (SEO) ratings for the APSU GIS website. My goal was to increase the readability and keyword ratings of existing [...]
Creating the Eclipse Story Map
To create the Story Map Tour I went to http://storymaps.arcgis.com/en/ and signed in then scrolled down and clicked “Create a Story” choosing the map tour option. I then chose the import option that best suited [...]
Training – GIS Basics (Overview)
Training - GIS Basics Our goal is to provide training to you and your organization regarding the basics of GIS terminology and functionality Our GIS Basics Course can be taught at both our Clarksville Offices or [...]
Unmanned Aerial Systems in the United States
Unmanned Aerial Systems From at least 1900 - present, UAVs have typically been used by various military organizations around the world. Examples include an early remote boat/torpedo invented during the Spanish-American War. Immediately prior to [...]