- TypeTraining or Development Class
- Location Nairobi, Kenya
- Date 09-11-2020 - 17-11-2020
Education/Teaching/Training/Development
Information Technology
Fresher/Trainee/Professionals
About the Course
Geographical information Systems have become an essential tool for planning, resource management and decision making. The ability of GIS to store, retrieve, analyze model and map spatial data has enhanced its application. Geographic information systems are used in infrastructure management, project beneficiary mapping, service facilities mapping, land use planning, market analysis, impact analysis and utilities management.
This course aims at equipping the learners with knowledge to use GIS tools to visualize real world features, explore spatial data and analyze maps to communicate information and make decisions.
Target Participants
This training is designed for participants who want to apply GIS in the work to share information and make decisions.
Course duration
7 Days
What you will learn
By the end of this course you will learn how to:
Course Outline
Introduction to GIS concepts
Introduction to GIS data
Spatial Reference Systems
ODK and GIS
GIS data acquisition
Map making using QGIS software
Loading GIS Data into QGIS
Key Options of Geospatial Data Representations
Styling geographical features
Producing final map
Spatial Analysis
Point pattern analysis
Buffer analysis
Join analysis
Point in polygon analysis
Web Mapping
Training Approach
This course is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals in the respective fields of practice. The course is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group works and case studies.
Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.
Certification
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate.
Tailor-Made Course
We can also do this as tailor-made course to meet organization-wide needs. Contact us to find out more [email protected]