Applied Remote Sensing and GIS Applications in Hydrology and Watershed Management Training Course

Module 1: Introduction to Remote Sensing and GIS in Hydrology

ü  Overview of the hydrological cycle and spatial data requirements

ü  History and future of remote sensing in water management

ü  Understanding the GIS architecture for hydrological modeling

ü  Data types: Vector vs. Raster in a water context

ü  Practical Session: Navigating the GIS interface and loading global hydrological basemaps.

Module 2: Land Use and Land Cover (LULC) Classification

ü  Impact of urbanization on hydrological regimes

ü  Supervised vs. Unsupervised classification techniques

ü  Case study: Using satellite images to measure the growth of cities like Las Vegas

ü  Analyzing impervious surfaces and runoff coefficients

ü  Practical Session: Performing a LULC classification to determine urban sprawl impact on a local catchment.

Module 3: Digital Elevation Models (DEM) and Terrain Analysis

ü  Sources of DEM data (SRTM, ASTER, ALOS PALSAR)

ü  Creating slope, aspect, and hillshade maps

ü  Stream ordering and flow direction algorithms

ü  Sink filling and pit removal for hydrological correctness

ü  Practical Session: Extracting a stream network from a 30m resolution DEM.

Module 4: Land Use and Land Cover (LULC) Classification

ü  Impact of urbanization on hydrological regimes

ü  Supervised vs. Unsupervised classification techniques

ü  Case study: Using satellite images to measure the growth of cities like Las Vegas

ü  Analyzing impervious surfaces and runoff coefficients

ü  Practical Session: Performing a LULC classification to determine urban sprawl impact on a local catchment.

Module 5: Remote Sensing for Surface Water and Flood Monitoring

ü  Water indices: NDWI and MNDWI

ü  Monitoring reservoir levels and river extent changes

ü  Flood inundation mapping using Optical and Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR)

ü  Time-series analysis of water bodies

ü  Practical Session: Mapping a flood event using Sentinel-1 Radar data.

Module 6: Groundwater Exploration and Potential Mapping

ü  Geomorphological and geological indicators of groundwater

ü  Integrating lineament density and drainage density maps

ü  Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) for groundwater potential

ü  Understanding recharge zones and infiltration rates

ü  Practical Session: Creating a groundwater potential zone map using weighted overlay analysis.

Module 7: Soil Erosion Modeling and Sediment Yield

ü  Introduction to the Revised Universal Soil Loss Equation (RUSLE)

ü  Mapping soil erodibility and rainfall erosivity factors

ü  Estimating vegetation cover factor (C) using NDVI

ü  Calculating sediment delivery ratios

ü  Practical Session: Modeling annual soil loss for a vulnerable watershed.

Module 8: Watershed Delineation and Morphometric Analysis

ü  Automated watershed boundary extraction

ü  Calculating linear, aerial, and relief aspects of a basin

ü  Bifurcation ratios and drainage density indices

ü  Understanding basin maturity and flash flood vulnerability

ü  Practical Session: Full morphometric characterization of a selected drainage basin.

Module 9: Hydro-Meteorological Data Integration and Analysis

ü  Satellite-based precipitation estimates (TRMM, GPM, CHIRPS)

ü  Monitoring Evapotranspiration (ET) using thermal remote sensing

ü  Integrating weather station data with spatial grids

ü  Drought monitoring using Vegetation Condition Index (VCI)

ü  Practical Session: Validating satellite rainfall data against ground-based rain gauge records.

Module 10: Decision Support Systems for Watershed Management

ü  Formulating a Watershed Management Plan

ü  Prioritizing sub-watersheds for conservation

ü  Visualization and reporting for stakeholders

ü  Future trends: AI and Machine Learning in Hydrology

ü  Practical Session: Designing an interactive dashboard for watershed health monitoring.

About Our Trainers

Our trainers are leading experts in Geospatial Science and Water Engineering, holding advanced degrees and professional certifications. They possess over 15 years of field experience in remote sensing applications across Africa, Asia, and Europe, specifically focusing on the integration of Remote Sensing and GIS Applications in Hydrology and Watershed Management, remote sensing for government and international development projects.

Quality Statement

Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training is committed to delivering world-class technical education. We ensure our curriculum is consistently updated to include the latest satellite missions and software algorithms, providing a high-quality, practical learning environment that meets NITA standards.

Tailor-Made Courses

We understand that every organization has unique challenges and opportunities as well as unique training needs. Phoenix Training Center offers tailor-made courses designed to address specific requirements and challenges faced by your team or organization. Whether you need a customized curriculum, a specific duration, or on-site delivery, we can adapt our expertise to provide a training solution that perfectly aligns with your objectives. We can customize this remote sensing Training Course to focus on your industry, specific risk profile, or internal stakeholder dynamics. Contact us to discuss how we can create a bespoke training program that maximizes value and impact for your team. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202 or Email training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com

Admission Criteria

ü  Participants should be reasonably proficient in English. 

ü  Applicants must live up to Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

ü  Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

ü  What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

ü  Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

ü  The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

ü  Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training. Or call us on +254720272325 / +254737296202

Payment Options

We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:

ü  Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.

ü  Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.

ü  Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

ü  Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

ü  Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

ü  No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

For physical training attendees, we can assist with recommendations for accommodation near the training venue. Airport pick-up services can also be arranged upon request to ensure a smooth arrival. Please inform us of your travel details in advance if you require these services. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202