This course builds on the “Introduction to MapInfo Professional” training course, which is a requirement before taking the GAAP course. The focus of this course is to explore MapInfo Professional’s visualization, analysis and presentation capabilities in detail. This involves extensive use of Thematic Mapping, SQL and Update Column as well as other forms of visualization and analysis.  Some of the topics in this course extend your knowledge of topics covered in the Introduction course and some of the topics explore new features and capabilities. This is a two day course.

This course is ideal for individuals who need to perform various different forms of analyses and presentation techniques with MapInfo Professional. The emphasis of the course is on exploring a variety of different analytical possibilities. Those who desire flexibility in visualizing, analyzing and presenting their data will find this course to be of great benefit.  What this course will not cover is how base data is created. To develop these skills, the “Map Creation and Data Management” training course is recommended.

-          Update an entire column of data

-          Use the MapBasic window to automate tasks and modify Workspaces

-          Use the SQL Select command to create complex queries

-          Create different types of automated polygon objects (e.g., buffers)

-          Use advanced techniques to create different types of thematic maps

-          Create custom geographies using the Redistricting tool

-          Learn new tips and tricks to build better Layouts