Explore the world of spatial analysis and cartography with geographic information systems (GIS).Geographical Information System (GIS) is widely used as a valuable tool for management, analysis and presentation of various and great volumes of data, as well as different local planning activities.
In this class, you will learn the advance GIS techniques using applications such as QGIS or ArcGIS. This applications run on Linux, Unix, Mac OSX, Windows and Android and supports numerous vector, raster, and database formats and functionalities.
About this Course
In this course, the second in the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialization, you will go in-depth with common data types (such as raster and vector data), structures, quality and storage during modules:
Learn about data models and formats, including a full understanding of vector data and raster concepts. You will also learn about the implications of a data’s scale and how to load layers from web services.
Create a vector data model by using vector attribute tables, writing query strings, defining queries, and adding and calculating fields. You’ll also learn how to create new data through the process of digitizing and you’ll use the built-in Editor tools in QGIS/ArcGIS .From data management features to cartography and spatial analysis capabilities, as well as spatial infrastructure with GIS Servers.
Learn about common data storage mechanisms within GIS, including geodatabases and shapefiles. Learn how to choose between them for your projects and how to optimize them for speed and size. You’ll also work with raster for the first time, using digital elevation models and creating slope and distance analysis products.
You should have equivalent experience to completing the first course Introduction to GIS and Mapping before taking this course.
By completing the second class in the Specialization you will gain the skills needed to succeed in the full program.
Important Dates
Classroom Training Calendar 2024
| START DATE | END DATE | REGISTRATION DEADLINE | COURSE COST (Classroom) | Click to Apply. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 16, 2024 | Dec 20, 2024 | Dec 12, 2024 | USD 1000 | Register |
| Feb 10, 2025 | Feb 14, 2025 | Feb 7, 2025 | USD 1000 | Register |
| March 17, 2025 | March 21, 2025 | March 14, 2025 | USD 1000 | Register |
| April 21, 2025 | April 25, 2025 | April 17, 2025 | USD 1000 | Register |
| May 12, 2025 | May 16, 2025 | May 8, 2025 | USD 1000 | Register |
| June 23, 2025 | June 27, 2025 | June 19, 2025 | USD 1000 | Register |
| July 28, 2025 | August 1, 2025 | July 24, 2025 | USD 1000 | Register |
Online Training Calendar 2024
| START DATE | END DATE | REGISTRATION DEADLINE | COURSE COST (Online) | Click to Apply. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 20, 2025 | Jan 24, 2025 | Jan 16, 2025 | USD 500 | Register |
| Feb 24, 2025 | Feb 28, 2025 | Feb 20, 2025 | USD 500 | Register |
| Mar 10, 2025 | Mar 14, 2025 | Mar 7, 2025 | USD 500 | Register |
| Apr 14, 2025 | Apr 18, 2025 | Apr 10, 2025 | USD 500 | Register |
| May 26, 2025 | May 30, 2025 | May 22, 2025 | USD 500 | Register |
| June 16, 2025 | June 20, 2025 | June 13, 2025 | USD 500 | Register |
| July 14, 2025 | July 18, 2025 | July 11, 2025 | USD 500 | Register |
Course content Overview
These modules cover these major concepts; in vector and raster data models, scale, designing data tables, using vector attribute tables, and separating and joining data in order to use it more effectively in a relational database.
Introduction to Vector & Raster Geoprocessing
- Vector and Rater data processing
- Creating and Working with Vector Data-Geopackages and spatialite layers
- Difference,Clip, Buffer, Union, Merge Dissolve – Vector.
- Clip, Composite Band, Mosaic, Split Raster-Raster
Introduction to GIS Processing Toolbox
- Analysis Tools
- Proximity Analysis (Buffer, Multiple Ring Buffer, etc.)
- Statistics Analysis
- Network Analysis
- Finding the Shortest route.
- New Service Area.
- New Closest Facility
- New OD Cost Matrix.
- New Location Allocation
Introduction to Raster processing in GIS
- Generating Topographic position Index (TPI), Aspect, Hillshade, Roughness, slope,Terrain Rugged index(TRI)
- Using the Georeferencer
- Projections :Warp Projection,
- Building Virtual Rasters, Building Pyramids and Tile indexes.
- Polyginize
- Rasterize
- Plots
- Raster Tools
- Creating Atlas and Dynamic maps
Batch processing frameworks
Database design
Advance labeling and symbologies in GIS.
Introduction to Relational Database Management Systems(RDBMS), Including data in a database, PostgreSQL and PostGIS , Working with OpenGeo suites.
Target Participants
WASH specialists, M & E Experts, Public health, Program Manager, Students, Engineers, Teachers, GIS and Remote Sensing Enthusiasts
Suggested Skills
Experience with Windows-based software for basic file management and browsing, basic QGIS Knowledge.
Software
QGIS , ArcGIS ,PostgreSQL ,Geoserver
Certification
Upon completion of the course all the participants will be awarded a certificate at no extra cost.
Group Discount
WE OFFER 10% – 20% DISCOUNT TO GROUPS OF MORE THAN 5 PARTICIPANTS.
