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Course Title:

Course ID:

190224 0701 1085ESH

Course Dates :

19/Feb/2024

 To

23/Feb/2024

Course Duration :

5

Course Location:

London

United Kingdom

Course Fees GBP £ :

Primary Price

£4,555.99

VAT may vary depending on the country where the course or workshop is held

Course Fees USD $:

Advisory Price

$5,829.09

VAT may vary depending on the country where the course or workshop is held

Course Category:

NGO Programmes

Artificial Intelligence (NT)

Course Certified By:

* Professional Training and CPD Programs
* Executive Diploma Certificate
* Executive Masters Certificate

* ESHub CPD
* LondonUni
* Others

United Kingdom

Please Note : Your £250.00 Deposit will be deducted from the total invoice Amount.
To commence the registration process for your training course, please follow the link provided and proceed with; Upon successful payment, we will promptly contact you to finalize your enrollment and issue a confirmation of your guaranteed placement.

Course Information

Introduction

Welcome to the GIS Web-based Mapping Applications using Open-Source Tools Course!
In this comprehensive 5-day program, participants will delve into the world of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and learn how to leverage open source tools to create powerful web-based mapping applications.
Through a combination of theoretical discussions, hands-on exercises, and real-world case studies, attendees will gain the knowledge and skills needed to harness the full potential of GIS technology for their NGOs.

Objectives

1. To provide participants with a solid understanding of GIS fundamentals.
2. To familiarize participants with open-source GIS tools and their applications.
3. To equip participants with the skills to develop web-based mapping applications using open-source technologies.
4. To explore practical use cases and best practices for implementing GIS solutions in NGO contexts.
5. To empower participants to leverage GIS technology for data visualization, analysis, and decision-making within their organizations.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for professionals working in NGOs who are interested in utilizing GIS technology to enhance their projects and initiatives.
It is suitable for individuals at all levels of GIS proficiency, from beginners looking to establish a foundation in GIS concepts to experienced practitioners seeking to expand their skill set with open-source tools.
Participants from diverse backgrounds, including project managers, field officers, researchers, and data analysts, will find value in this course.

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts
• Post-assessment

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Daily Agenda

The course agenda will be as follows:
• Technical Session 08.30-10.00 am
• Coffee Break 10.00-10.15 am
• Technical Session 10.15-12.15 noon
• Coffee Break 12.15-12.45 pm
• Technical Session 12.45-02.30 pm
• Course Ends 02.30 pm

Please Note : Your £250.00 Deposit will be deducted from the total invoice Amount.
To commence the registration process for your training course, please follow the link provided and proceed with; Upon successful payment, we will promptly contact you to finalize your enrollment and issue a confirmation of your guaranteed placement.

Week 1

Day 1:
GIS Fundamentals and Introduction to Open-Source Tools
• Introduction to GIS: Concepts and Applications
• Understanding Spatial Data and Coordinate Systems
• Overview of Open-Source GIS Software
• Installation and Setup of Open-Source GIS Tools

Day 2:
Data Acquisition and Management
• Sources of Geographic Data
• Data Formats and Standards
• Data Collection Techniques: GPS, Remote Sensing, and Crowdsourcing
• Data Management Best Practices

Day 3:
Web Mapping Basics
• Introduction to Web Mapping
• Key Components of Web Mapping Applications
• Overview of Web Mapping APIs and Libraries
• Introduction to Open Layers and Leaflet

Day 4:
Developing Web-based Mapping Applications
• Introduction to JavaScript for Web Mapping
• Building Interactive Maps with Open Layers
• Customizing Maps with Leaflet
• Incorporating Data Layers and Features

Day 5:
Advanced Topics and Case Studies
• Advanced Mapping Techniques: Heatmaps, Clustering, and Time Animation
• Geocoding and Reverse Geocoding
• Integrating GIS with Other Technologies (e.g., APIs, Databases)
• Case Studies: Real-world Examples of GIS Applications in NGOs

Please Note : Your £250.00 Deposit will be deducted from the total invoice Amount.
To commence the registration process for your training course, please follow the link provided and proceed with; Upon successful payment, we will promptly contact you to finalize your enrollment and issue a confirmation of your guaranteed placement.