Spatial Analysis with ArcGIS for Urban Planning

Understanding spatial relationships is a critical skill for urban planners, geographers, and environmental analysts. This course introduces the fundamental concepts of spatial analysis and guides you through essential operations to map and analyze geographic data. You will learn how to navigate workspace environments, manage spatial datasets, and perform core analytical tasks. What you'll learn: Understand core spatial analysis concepts and coordinate systems; Navigate and organize workspaces in ArcGIS; Perform essential vector operations like buffering, clipping, and intersecting; Query geographic data to identify patterns and spatial trends; Create clear, informative map layouts for urban planning reports; Apply modern best practices for spatial data management and documentation. We begin with foundational definitions of spatial data types and GIS terminology before moving into practical, step-by-step written tutorials that show you exactly how to execute key workflows. This course is designed entirely for beginners with no prior GIS experience or advanced technical background required. Start reading today to build your foundational spatial analysis skills and start mapping urban environments with confidence.