1. Page 1 of 43 To the ETS – Bidding Query by Map Online Training Course Welcome This training module provides the procedures for using Query by Map for a Bid Request.

2. Page 2 of 43 Revisions DateRevisions TypePage Number October 31, 2012ConversionAll May 10, 2013Updated Query by Map 4 - 8

3. Page 3 of 43 Query by Map - Introduction In this module, you will learn how to: Select Parcel(s) for a Sale Date Load the Selected Parcel(s) into the Bid Request screen You must complete the GeoView Overview module before proceeding with this module.

4. Page 4 of 43 Query by Map – Parcels by Sale Date There are separate parcel layers for each sale that are available. Sale dates are sorted chronologically and the next available sale date is turned on. The parcels for a sale are available for bidding 8 weeks prior to the sale date and are not available after the sale has closed. Before using the map to search for parcels, set the Select Active Layer drop down list to the sale date required.

5. Page 5 of 43 Query by Map – Simple Query Builder The Simple Query Builder tool allows you to query an area of interest to determine if there are postings for a particular sale date. You can query an area of interest by choosing the posting date under Query Layer. Alternatively, you may select Township layer in the Query Layer and enter the Meridian-Range-Township (M-RR-TTT) to find records in the Township layer. Tip: A query can be made on the active layer available. Tip: The logical operator "=" is used for exact matches. Use "contain" to perform a partial match.

6. Page 6 of 43 Query by Map – Point Identify The Point Identify tool displays information about the land. Clicking on View Detailed Report opens the Mineral Agreement Detail Report. If there are restrictions, clicking on View Detail Report under the Restrictions section shows the restrictions pertaining to the same area. Restrictions do not appear on all sale parcels.

7. Page 7 of 43 Query by Map – Bidding The Bidding Tab allows you to select parcels to initiate the bidding process. The active layer must be set to the correct sale date. Click on Place a Bid to initiate the bid. To learn more about the Bid Request screens, refer back to Initiate Bid Request training module.

8. Page 8 of 43 Query by Map – Select Bidding Type More Information (Pages 9 to 42) You now have the option to create a bid request by PRICE/HA or BONUS. Choosing either of the calculation methods will open the Bid Request screens. Based on your selection from the map interface, the following fields will have default values: Sale Date Calculate Bid By Selected Parcels on the Parcel Tab To learn more about the Bid Request screens, refer back to Initiate Bid Request training module.

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43. Page 43 of 43 Conclusion Congratulations! You have completed the ETS – Bidding Query by Map Online Training Course Please refer back to Initiate Bid Request module to continue learning about creating a bid request. If you have any comments or questions on this training module, please forward them to the following email address: Bidding.Energy@gov.ab.ca Bidding.Energy@gov.ab.ca