ERoycraft_GIS_portfolio

Elizabeth Roycraft
Field Archaeologist / GIS Specialist
Student Portfolio
Graduate GIS Certificate Program
University of West Florida
December 4, 2015

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Elizabeth Roycraft Student Portfolio
Table of Contents:
Background……………………………………………………………3
Résumé………………………………………………………………...4
Work Samples
Cartographic Design…………………………………………….6
Data Analysis……………………………………………………9
Python Scripting………………………………………………..13
Computer Programs and Additional Training..........................................14
Unofficial UWF Academic Transcript……………………………….15
Contact Information…………………………………………………. 17

Background
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First, a little about me…
Growing up in southeastern Michigan, I attended
college at Oakland University, which is located
in Rochester, Michigan. After obtaining a
Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology with a
Concentration in Archaeology in 2002, I moved
out west to work for the Malheur National Forest
as a seasonal Archaeological Technician.
Since then my career has been within the realm of archaeology, leading
archaeological field crews and directing data collection and organization.
During this period, I had learned basic GIS skills such as geodatabase
management, data quality checks, and GIS-based map production. In an effort to
refine my GIS skills I have entered into a graduate level GIS Certificate program
with the University of West Florida, with an anticipated graduation date in
December 2015.
All archaeologists love maps – and I love creating them! I am also interested in
modeling past environments, and using this data to help answer archaeological
questions. My experiences with the University of West Florida have exposed me
to running various analyses, such as creating least cost path and cost distance
models, predictive modeling, and viewshed analysis. The program had also
taught me the basics of Python programming, where I have created specialized
scripts to automate routine tasks such as archaeological site identification within
an area of potential effects. Towards this end, I am looking to obtain a position
as a GIS Specialist with a focus on archaeological data analysis.

Résumé
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ELIZABETH A. ROYCRAFT
Objective
Obtain a position as a GIS Specialist with an archaeological focus.
Education
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (ANTICIPATED DECEMBER 2015)
University of West Florida, Pensacola, Florida
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ANTHROPOLOGY, CONCENTRATION IN ARCHAEOLOGY (APRIL 2002)
Oakland University, Rochester, Michigan
Skill Highlights
Over 12 years of experience of archaeological data management and project planning.
 Knowledge and application of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA)
 Knowledge and application of the Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA)
 Basic knowledge and application of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
 Skilled in technical report and site form preparation.
 Highly experienced with ESRI ArcGIS 10.3.1
o Create and maintain geodatabases
o ArcEditor data creation
o Spatial analysis and result interpretation
o Obtain and disseminate quality spatial data
 Highly experienced with the use of GPS devices
o Models used include: Trimble, Thales, Symbol PocketPC, and Garmin handheld units
o Experienced in use of TerraSync and ArcPad
o Data dictionary creation and distribution
 Design and create quality cartographic products for internal and external use.
 Proven ability to train staff in GPS and other data collection techniques.
 Experienced with the use of MS Office Professional 2010 products such as MS Word, MS Access, and
MS Excel
 Proficient in the use of CorelDraw Suite
Work Experience Summary
ARCHAEOLOGICAL CREW LEAD
May 2015 – November 2015 & May 2014 – January 2015
Stanislaus National Forest – Groveland Ranger District, Groveland, California
April 2014
ASM Affiliates, Reno, Nevada
March 2012 – November 2013
Western Cultural Resource Management, Reno, Nevada
Email:
elizabeth.roycraft@gmail.com

Résumé
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September 2008 – January 2012
Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Boulder City, Nevada
February 2006 – August 2008
Public Lands Institute – University of Nevada Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada
 Established and maintained data management structures
o Includes geodatabase design and creation
o Create and update data dictionaries
o General archaeological field data file organization
 Oversaw spatial data collection
 Compiled spatial data for inter-office sharing
 Advised field crews on the correct use of GPS units and archaeological data collection methods
 Provided professional graphics for use in presentations, reports, and field use
 Applied knowledge of National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) for archaeological site protection
o Made determinations of effect and site eligibility to the National Register
o Assessed impacts to archaeological sites from ground disturbing projects
 Completed timely submittal of project deliverables
o Includes archaeological site record preparation and technical report writing
 Led archaeological field crews (3 – 5 people)
o Fieldwork included pedestrian survey, excavation, and test pit units
ARCHAEOLOGICAL CREW MEMBER
June 2005 – January 2006 & June 2004 – October 2004
U.S.D.A. Forest Service T.E.A.M.S Enterprise, Porterville, California
May 2005
DMG Four Corners Research, Tularosa, New Mexico
March – April 2005
Greenwood and Associates, Pacific Palisades, California
November 2004 – March 2005 & December 2003 – April 2004
Death Valley National Park, Death Valley, California
May 2004
Cleveland National Forest – Supervisor's Office, San Diego, California
May 2003 – November 2003
Malheur National Forest, Hines, Oregon
 Collected spatial data using GPS units (Trimble, Thales, Garmin)
 Prepared archaeological site records
 Includes creation of archaeological site maps using GIS and scaled hand-drawn maps
 Completed archaeological fieldwork
o Fieldwork included pedestrian survey, excavation, and test pit units
o Lab work included artifact analysis and collections management
Professional Affiliations
 GIS professional affiliations: Sacramento Area GIS Users Group
 Professional archaeology affiliations: Nevada Archaeological Association, Society for American
Archaeology, Society for California Archaeology
References available upon request.

Work Samples – Cartographic Design
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Cartographic Design Example #1: The map graphic below had been created for my Cartographic Skills
final project; the course is part of the University of West Florida GIS Certificate program. The graphic
was initially started using ESRI ArcMap 10.3.1 and was finished using CorelDraw Graphics Suite X7.
The goal of the project was to create a visually appealing map containing 2013 ACT data intended for
a newspaper.
The map shows two related sets of data: ACT composite scores and percentage of student
participation in those tests. To display this data I used graduated symbols to represent the average
composite score by state, and used a choropleth map with a quartile classification method to display
the percentage of student participation.

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Cartographic Design Example #2: The map below had been created for a Cartographic Skills
assignment on typography. The Cartographic Skills class is part of the University of West Florida
GIS Certificate program.
This map was created entirely with CorelDraw Graphic Suite X7. The map uses different type styles
to create an overall design scheme.

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Cartographic Design Example #3: The map below had been created as part of an assignment for my
Photo Interpretation and Remote Sensing class; this class was part of the required coursework within
the University of West Florida GIS Certificate program.
The map imagery was prepared using ERDAS IMAGINE 2014 and was finished using ESRI ArcGIS
10.3.1. Multiple subset views of the same area are displayed to compare multispectral data and
thermal imagery to aid in the identification and interpretation of a sandbar located off the Florida
coast.

Work Samples – Data Analysis
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Data Analysis Example #1: The work example shown below is a screen shot of a slope model and its
associated metadata that I had created for the Groveland Ranger District as part of my internship
with the Stanislaus National Forest.
The slope model was created using ESRI ArcMap 10.3.1 using the Slope tool provided under the
Spatial Analyst extension. The source data was a 10 m x 10 m cell grid raster provided by the forest.
The slope output is in degrees; the various colors represent degree ranges which were created by
using the Reclassify tool. The source raster was for the entire forest, so the dataset below was clipped
to the extent of the Groveland Ranger District.
Permission was given by the Stanislaus National Forest to use
the images as seen here.

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Data Analysis Example #2: The screen shots shown below represent a series of data layers created to
assist Stanislaus National Forest Heritage Staff identify areas where archaeological work may be
required, as it relates to hazard tree removal along transmission lines within the forest. Each layer
contains multiple shapefiles that have been processed to display only what is required to help make
informed decisions as to whether an area has been 'cleared' by cultural resource work or not. These
shapefiles are displayed in the Table of Contents, highlighted in the lower left. The layer depicted in
the images below show the shapefiles and metadata associated with the layer created for Stanislaus
National Forest. Additional layers were also created for each ranger district within the forest.
The layers were created using ESRI ArcMap 10.3.1. Tools used include the Clip (analysis), Intersect
(analysis), and Erase (analysis). Permission was given by the Stanislaus National Forest to use the
images as seen here.

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Data Analysis Example #3: The map below is part of a least cost path and viewshed analysis report,
which can be accessed in full here. The map (and report) were created for my GIS Applications final
project. This course was taken through the University of West Florida GIS Certificate program. The
paths being mapped represent potential routes that the Dunn and Howland brothers could have
taken when they left the Grand Canyon during the first documented navigation of the Colorado
River.
The map was created using ESRI ArcMap 10.3.1. All source data was obtained from the USGS
National Map Viewer. The topography depicted in the background was created by mosaicking
DEMs for the area, then by creating a hillshade raster from the DEM. A slope raster was also created
from the DEM data, which was used within the least cost path analysis.
The map below shows three paths created from suitability analysis layers that represent slope,
vegetation, and water costs. The viewshed analysis was created based on key topographic features
present along the potential paths.

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Data Analysis Example #4: The map below was created for an assignment for my Photo Interpretation
and Remote Sensing class, which is part of the GIS Certificate program offered by the University of
West Florida. The map represents an unsupervised classification (or an automated classification
based on brightness values); the map was then manually re-classed into five different land use/land
cover categories.
The map analysis was completed using ERDAS IMAGINE 2014, and the final map product was
created using ESRI ArcMap 10.3.1.

Work Samples – Python Scripting
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Python Script Example #1: The screen shots below were taken from a script tool I had created for my
GIS Programming final project; the full project presentation can be viewed here, the presentation
notes are here, and the final report discussing the script can be viewed here.
The script tool was written using Python script within the PythonWin IDE. The script tool took
shapefile data (which represents a sample project's area of potential effects (APE), archaeological
sites, and archaeological survey data) and created a new geodatabase with a buffer zone around the
APE. The tool also identified archaeological sites and survey areas within the buffer zone, created
feature classes for these items, and created text files containing pertinent information on the sites and
survey areas identified.

Computer Programs and Additional Training
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Computer Programs
I am experienced in the use of the following:
 Adobe
 Citrix WebUI
 CorelDraw Graphic Suite X7
 GoogleEarth
 ERDAS IMAGINE 2014
 ESRI ArcGIS Suite 10.3.1
o ArcMap
o ArcCatalog
o ArcScene
o ESRI Extensions:
 3D Analyst
 Geostatistical Analyst
 Maplex
 Network Analyst
 Spatial Analyst
 XTools Pro
 MS Office 2013
o MS Word
o MS Excel
o MS Access
o MS PowerPoint
o MS Publisher
 PythonWin IDE
Additional Training
March 2011 ROCK ART MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP
Workshop sponsored by the Rock Art Interest Group of the Society for American Archaeology
Workshop took place in Sacramento, California on March 31, 2011.
June 2010 ARCHAEOLOGICAL DAMAGE ASSESSMENT
Course taught by the ADIA ("Archaeological Damage Investigation & Assessment").
Class held from June 7-11, 2010 at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Boulder City, Nevada.
May 2009 HOW TO MANAGE THE NEPA PROCESS
Two-day workshop taught by The Shipley Group and offered at Lake Mead National Recreation
Area, Boulder City, Nevada.
April 2009 NPS RESOURCE ADVISOR TRAINING COURSE
Class Hosted at Zion National Park.
Course completed April 21 - 23, 2009.

Unofficial University of West Florida Transcripts
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Unofficial Transcript
Term: Spring 2015
Subject Course Level Title Grade
Credit
Hours
Quality
Points
R
GIS 3015 U Cartographic Skills A 4.000 16.00
GIS 3015L U Cartography Skills Lab XX 0.000 0.00
GIS 4043 U Geographic Info Systems A 3.000 12.00
GIS 4043L U GIS Laboratory A 1.000 4.00
Term Totals (Undergraduate)
Attempt
Hours
Passed
Hours
Earned
Hours
GPA
Hours
Quality
Points
GPA
Current Term: 8.000 8.000 8.000 8.000 32.00 4.00
Cumulative: 8.000 8.000 8.000 8.000 32.00 4.00
Term: Summer 2015
Last Academic
Standing:
Good Standing
Subject Course Level Title Grade
Credit
Hours
Quality
Points
R
GIS 5100 M Applications in GIS B 3.000 9.00
GIS 5103 M GIS Programming A 3.000 12.00
Term Totals (Masters)
Attempt
Hours
Passed
Hours
Earned
Hours
GPA
Hours
Quality
Points
GPA
Current Term: 6.000 6.000 6.000 6.000 21.00 3.50
Cumulative: 6.000 6.000 6.000 6.000 21.00 3.50
TRANSCRIPT TOTALS (MASTERS)
Attempt
Hours
Passed
Hours
Earned
Hours
GPA
Hours
Quality
Points
GPA
Total Institution: 6.000 6.000 6.000 6.000 21.00 3.50
Total Transfer: 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.00 0.00
Overall: 6.000 6.000 6.000 6.000 21.00 3.50
TRANSCRIPT TOTALS (UNDERGRADUATE)
Attempt
Hours
Passed
Hours
Earned
Hours
GPA
Hours
Quality
Points
GPA
Total Institution: 8.000 8.000 8.000 8.000 32.00 4.00
Total Transfer: 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.00 0.00
Overall: 8.000 8.000 8.000 8.000 32.00 4.00

Unofficial University of West Florida Transcripts
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Unofficial Transcript
COURSES IN PROGRESS
Term: Fall 2015
Subject Course Level Title Credit Hours
GIS 4035 U Photo Interp/Rem Sens 3.000
GIS 4035L U Photo Interp / Rem Sens Lab 1.000
GIS 5935 M Special Topics in GIS 3.000
GIS 5945 M GIS Internship 3.000

Contact Information
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Elizabeth Roycraft contact information
Email: elizabeth.roycraft@gmail.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eroycraft

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