Definitions of Terms

· LIDAR: stands for Light Detection and Ranging

· GIS: Geographic Information System

· ESRI, ArcGIS, ArcMap, QGIS: GIS programs

· CAD: Computer Aided Drafting

· AutoCAD, MicroStation: CAD programs

· Raster: Computer image file or bitmap

· TIF, GeoTIF, IMG, JPG: Raster file formats

· DEM or DTM: Ground model in raster format

· Vector or Vector Layer: Data made up of graphic features

· GeoJSON, SHP, FGDB, DXF, DWG: Vector file formats

· Survey TXT Files: Text files containing X,Y,Z info –comma separated

· UAV and Drone: Unmanned Aerial Vehicle

· Scanner: Tripod or mobile LIDAR capture device (3D Mapping)

· XML Layer: Z-Tools Boundary Layer

· LAS or LAZ File: Point cloud files