Getting to Know GIS in AFNR CTE
Resources for agriculture, food and natural resources CTE educators
What is GIS?
GIS or a Geographic Information System is geographic mapping and analysis software used to collect, display, analyze, and communicate information and stories about a wide range of social and natural phenomena tied to specific locations. While GIS analyst and developer careers are readily available, the bulk of professional GIS users are in geo-enabled careers – like law enforcement, emergency response, or security.
Explore Getting Started with GIS in CTE .
Job Shadows: GIS in Agriculture
GIS Developer / Drone Pilot - Virtual Job Shadow
GIS Agricultural Analyst
Job Shadows: GIS in Natural Resources
GIS Forester - Colorado State Forest Service
Conservationist - Wildlife Conservation Society
CTE Teachers Speak Out: GIS in Ag
GIS in the industry
Learn more about ANR applications of GIS at the Esri Industries homepage. Career paths include ag, forestry, mining, petroleum, and renewables.
Instructional materials
Explore instructional resources for learning GIS in the context of various health and medical occupations.
- GeoInquiries:
- Exemplar: Collecting data to support a vineyard
- ArcGIS learning content (from Learn ArcGIS)
- Training and e-leanring from Esri Academy