FME Form (Basic) Training
Master the essential components and capabilities of FME with hands-on exercises
Format
- Live, Online Training
(or on-site on request) - Duration:
2 days - Audience:
Beginner to intermediate FME users - Next Dates: Please enquire
- Prerequisites: Basic GIS knowledge helpful (but not essential)
- Price: $1,950 per person
$1,700 per person when 3 or more from the same company attend the same course - Download Course Overview (PDF)
This live, instructor-led course guides you through building efficient, reusable FME workspaces. Across four live 4-hour online sessions, you’ll learn to translate, inspect and transform data using FME’s most powerful tools. The course emphasizes practical, problem-solving exercises tailored to real-world workflows.
Course Outcomes
By the end of this training, you’ll be able to:
- Build complex translations using FME Workbench
- View and inspect data with FME Viewer
- Apply best practices to large workspaces
- Manipulate data geometry and attributes using transformers
- Work with multiple datasets in a single workspace
- Create low-maintenance, reusable workspaces
Course Schedule
Session 1: Introduction & Data Basics
FME setup, Workbench overview, Data Inspector, basic translations
Session 2: Data Transformation
Transformers in series/parallel, group-by, coordinate systems
Session 3: Best Practices & Readers/Writers
Workspace style, debugging, managing datasets and feature types
Session 4: Advanced Transformers & Problem Solving
Conditional filtering, data joins, troubleshooting, hands-on exercises tailored to your role
Course FAQ
Do I need to be an advanced FME user to attend?
No – this course is suitable for intermediate users or anyone who has completed the FME Form Basic training course or has equivalent practical experience
Will I get the training materials after the course?
You will receive a link to an online training manual and hands-on exercises with sample data to practice the skills learned
Can my whole team attend?
Yes – we offer group bookings and private sessions. Contact us for details at [email protected]
What if I miss the live workshop?
We understand that things come up. If you are unable to attend the full course, please notify us at least 48 hours in advance to transfer your registration to the next scheduled course. Attendance at all 4 live sessions is required to receive your certificate of completion.
What should I take after this course?
Consider our FME Flow course to continue building your expertise with a focus on data orchestration and automation
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Course DetailsWHO WE TRAIN AND OUR TRAINING STYLE
Live. Practical.
Interactive.
We are committed to delivering high-quality, impactful training that prepares you for real-world FME challenges. Our training is designed for Data-Driven Professionals.
GIS/Data Analysts
Locus’ training equips data-driven professionals with practical skills to boost analysis, streamline workflows, and automate routine tasks. Ideal for GIS and data analysts looking to stay ahead in a fast-paced, tech-driven world.
IT/DataOps Teams
Build scalable data solutions, boost pipeline efficiency, and streamline workflows. Locus' training helps professionals enhance systems, collaboration, and data outcomes.
System Integrators or
Automation Champions
Locus' training helps data professionals build end-to-end pipelines, connect systems, and reduce manual work. Ideal for system integrators aiming to boost reliability and deploy scalable, automated solutions.
Instructor-led Virtual Delivery
Join live, interactive sessions with certified FME trainers for expert guidance tailored to your team’s needs. Gain practical skills and confidence to tackle real-world FME scenarios across diverse use cases.
Learning Your Way
We support individual learning within a team setting, helping everyone gain the skills and confidence to use FME effectively. Locus delivers practical training to tackle real-world FME challenges with confidence.
Real-world, Industry Relevant Examples
Our real-world exercises give your team hands-on experience with job-relevant scenarios, ensuring they can apply what they learn immediately and solve problems more effectively.