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Metadata Training
NCDDC offers several types of metadata training, as shown in the training course descriptions and schedules below.
Training Schedule
December 3, 2009, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., CST
Introduction to Metadata using MERMAid will be offered in an online meeting format. A quick review of the FGDC Content Standard for Digital Geospatial Metadata (CSDGM) and associated profiles and extensions will start the class. Workshop participants will learn to navigate the basic features of MERMAid from record creation and validation to record export. Learn how to set up account structures and approval workflows in MERMAid. General tips for users from beginning metadata creators to more advanced users will be covered.
January 14, 2009, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., CST (course repeats)
February 11, 2010, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., CST (course repeats)
Training Course Descriptions
Call NCDDC toll free at 866-732-2382 or email ncddc.metadata@noaa.gov with questions about our metadata training courses.
Introduction to Geospatial Metadata
This course presents the concept, principles, and value of metadata in
adherence to the Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) core curriculum. It provides the content and structure of the FGDC CSDGM in detail, along with methods for writing quality
metadata. Students receive hands-on metadata record creation and validation
training with a variety of available software tools, including NCDDC’s MERMAid
system. Trainers may customize the training course based on any organization’s
specific requirements or data holdings. Designed as a 2-day
session, training managers can compress or expand the course to meet user needs. Organizations can also schedule training for individuals for specific NCDDC-related projects. All NCDDC trainers qualify for listing in the FGDC
trainer registry.
Creating and Managing Metadata Using NCDDC's
Metadata Enterprise Resource Management Aid (MERMAid)
This course presents the process of constructing and validating FGDC-compliant metadata using NCDDC’s MERMAid tool. It also provides structured methods for managing
your metadata records using resource directories and metadata
databases. Trainers can customize the training course based on an
organization’s specific requirements or data holdings. Although this session is designed
for 1 day, training managers can compress or expand the course to meet user needs.
Organizations can schedule individual training for specific NCDDC-related projects.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Geospatial Metadata OR Metadata for Managers
Metadata for Managers
This course presents the concept, principles, and value of metadata. These modules seek to teach core metadata concepts and present the business case for using metadata. The course also showcases a brief overview of MERMAid's management capabilities. NCDDC does not limit Metadata for Managers strictly to “managers.” The course provides a workshop
for all who wish to understand metadata basics. Designed as a
half-day session, training managers can compress or expand the course to meet user needs. Organizations may schedule training
for individuals for specific NCDDC-related projects.
Train the Trainer
This course provides instruction on training materials development for
specific audiences, effective training delivery methods, and training event
planning and logistical considerations. Participants will explore methods to
stimulate implementation of the FGDC metadata standard, Content Standard for
Digital Geospatial Metadata (CSDGM), as well as help organizations make the transition
to the ISO Standard. The
workshop will direct participants to existing metadata resources for the
creation, development, and dissemination of metadata. Designed as
a 3-day session, training managers can compress or expand the course to meet user needs.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Geospatial Metadata OR Metadata for Managers