Training Course on Advanced SurveyCTO for Data Collection and Mapping

Course Description

SurveyCTO is built to be powerful, scalable, and flexible. Create forms and modular workflows with complex branching logic, non-linear navigation, randomized elements, and multimedia and GIS capabilities. This training is a technical training targeted to users who have no experience using SurveyCTO and want to learn more to advanced skills level.

Course Objectives

Upon the successful completion of this Training Course on Advanced SurveyCTO for Data Collection and Mapping, participants will be able to:

• Gain an overview of ODK KobotoolBox and  SurveyCTO
• Convert paper forms / questionnaires into digital forms that can be used for mobile data collection and case management
• Collect high quality and secure data both online and offline using SurveyCTO
• Integrate SurveyCTO with other tools
• Carry out data audits and real time monitoring during field data collection
• Build basic mobile application, install and use on phone.
• View, manage and export data compatible with statistical tools for further analysis
• Perform Data Mapping using GIS

Training Methodology

The course is designed to be highly interactive, challenging and stimulating. It will be an instructor led training and will be delivered using a blended learning approach comprising of presentations, discussions, guided sessions of practical exercise, case study review, web-based tutorials, group work, exploration of relevant issues collaborative strength training, performance measurement, and workshops of participants’ displays, all of which adhere to the highest standards of training. The training technique is built on learning by doing, with lecturers using a learner-centered approach to engage participants and provide tasks that allow them to apply what they’ve learned. Experiential knowledge is also given equal importance within the format of training. Our facilitators are seasoned industry professionals with years of expertise in their chosen fields. All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English.

Who Should Attend?

This Training Course on Advanced SurveyCTO for Data Collection and Mapping would be suitable for, but not limited to participants who want to build their skills to author, deploy and manage data collection for field research using SurveyCTO. 

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to SurveyCTO

• Introduction and Key Concepts
• Overview of ODK Kobotoolbox
• Advantages of SurveyCTO
• Key Features of SurveyCTO
• Case studies on use of SurveyCTO

Module 2: SurveyCTO Server

• Components of SurveyCTO
• Data aggregation, storage, and dissemination
• Setting up a SurveyCTO server
• Managing users & user roles

Module 3: Setting Up SurveyCTO Collect App

• Installing SurveyCTO collect from google play store
• Configuring SurveyCTO collect app
• SurveyCTO   Collect Application  Interface

Module 4: SurveyCTO Online Form Builder

• Creating a form
• Input types
• Adding question to Form
• Form logics
• Import  and export forms

Module 5: Building Forms using XLSForms

• Introduction to xlsform designer
• Components of XlSForm
• Question types
• Handling constraints and required options
• Form skip logic
• Form Operators and Functions
• Grouping Questions
• Settings Worksheet
• Importing xlsforms to surveyCTO server

Module 5: Using SurveyCTO Collect

• Managing forms in SurveyCTO Collect
• Collecting GPS data
• Submitting data to  SurveyCTO Server

Module 6: Monitoring Data with SurveyCTO Data Explorer

• Monitoring Submission statistics
• Monitoring Form submissions and dataset
• Reviewing and correcting incoming data
• Summarize data submitted for individual fields
• Summarize the empirical relationships between field

Module 6: Data Management

• Exporting & importing data from SurveyCTO as CSV via SurveyCTO Sync
• Importing SurveyCTO – CSV file into statistical applications
• Downloading data directly from SurveyCTO

Module 7: Visualizing Geographic Data

• Exporting GPS Coordinates to Google maps and Google Earth
• Exporting GPS data for Mapping/Visualizing
  

Requirements

• Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
• Applicants must live up to Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training admission criteria.

NOTE

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 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 / +254737566961

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 / +254737566961 or Email training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com  

Accommodation

Accommodation is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737566961