Training Course on Applied Geospatial Technologies for Public Health, Conservation, and Web Development

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to GIS and Spatial Data for Applied Fields

ü  Core concepts of GIS: data models, projections, coordinate systems

ü  Types of spatial data: vector and raster

ü  Introduction to geospatial data sources

ü  Basic GIS operations: buffering, clipping, overlay

ü  Practical Session: Navigating GIS software and performing basic spatial operations

Module 2: GIS for Public Health: Data Management and Mapping

ü  Geocoding health data: addresses to coordinates

ü  Managing public health datasets in a GIS environment

ü  Creating thematic maps for disease distribution

ü  Data privacy and ethical considerations in health mapping

ü  Practical Session: Geocoding health records and creating disease prevalence maps

Module 3: Spatial Epidemiology and Disease Surveillance Techniques

ü  Introduction to spatial epidemiology

ü  Identifying disease clusters and hotspots (e.g., K-means, DBSCAN)

ü  Analyzing accessibility to health services

ü  Using GIS for public health risk assessment

ü  Practical Session: Performing hotspot analysis for disease outbreaks

Module 4: Fundamentals of Remote Sensing for Environmental Monitoring

ü  Principles of electromagnetic spectrum and remote sensing

ü  Understanding different satellite sensors and their applications

ü  Image acquisition, resolution, and data formats

ü  Basic image pre-processing techniques

ü  Practical Session: Exploring various satellite imagery and spectral bands

Module 5: Satellite Image Analysis for Deforestation and Forest Change

ü  Vegetation indices for forest health assessment (e.g., NDVI, EVI)

ü  Supervised and unsupervised image classification for land cover

ü  Mapping forest extent and identifying deforestation areas

ü  Accuracy assessment of classification results

ü  Practical Session: Classifying satellite images to map forest cover

Module 6: Advanced Change Detection and Forest Dynamics Monitoring

ü  Techniques for detecting forest cover change over time (e.g., image differencing, post-classification comparison)

ü  Time series analysis of satellite imagery for forest dynamics

ü  Monitoring forest degradation and regeneration

ü  Reporting on deforestation rates and trends

ü  Practical Session: Performing change detection analysis to quantify deforestation

Module 7: Introduction to Web GIS and Web Mapping Concepts

ü  Overview of Web GIS architecture (client-server model)

ü  Key components of a web mapping application

ü  Introduction to web mapping APIs and libraries

ü  Understanding data formats for the web (e.g., GeoJSON, KML, WMS, WFS)

ü  Practical Session: Exploring existing Web GIS applications and their features

Module 8: Client-Side Web GIS Development with JavaScript Libraries

ü  Setting up a development environment for web mapping

ü  Using popular JavaScript libraries (e.g., Leaflet, OpenLayers)

ü  Displaying basemaps and adding spatial data layers

ü  Implementing interactive map controls and pop-ups

ü  Practical Session: Building a simple interactive web map with Leaflet/OpenLayers

Module 9: Server-Side Web GIS and Data Publishing

ü  Introduction to geospatial servers (e.g., GeoServer, MapServer)

ü  Publishing spatial data as web services (WMS, WFS)

ü  Connecting client-side applications to server-side services

ü  Basic security considerations for web map services

ü  Practical Session: Publishing spatial data from a database as a web service

Module 10: Deploying and Managing Web GIS Applications

ü  Best practices for deploying web mapping applications

ü  Optimization techniques for web map performance

ü  User management and access control in web GIS

ü  Troubleshooting and maintenance of web applications

ü  Practical Session: Deploying a developed web GIS application to a web server

About Our Trainers

The training will be delivered by a team of highly experienced and certified trainers with extensive practical expertise in GIS for public health, remote sensing for conservation, and Web GIS development. Our trainers are industry practitioners and researchers renowned for their ability to translate complex theoretical concepts into easily digestible and applicable knowledge, ensuring an engaging and impactful learning experience for all participants. They possess a deep understanding of the software and platforms taught, providing invaluable real-world insights and best practices.

Quality Statement

We are committed to delivering high-quality training programs that meet the evolving needs of professionals in public health, environmental conservation, and geospatial development. Our courses are designed to be relevant, practical, and up-to-date with the latest advancements in geospatial technologies and methodologies, ensuring participants acquire skills that are immediately valuable in their work. We pride ourselves on a curriculum that is both rigorous and accessible, fostering deep understanding and practical proficiency.

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

1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free
2. 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.
3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.
4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.
5. 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:

1. 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.
2. Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.
3. Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

1. Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.
2. Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.
3. 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.

Tailor Made Courses

This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location.

For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202 or Email training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202