INTRODUCTION
Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have improved prospects for solving technical problems through the use of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) for hazard mapping and modeling, the use of web-based data sources to facilitate research on disaster management and the use of searchable databases for hazard information. Not all Caribbean countries, however, have been able to fully utilize these opportunities.
This course aims to impart practical skills on how to use GIS, to overcome the major challenges faced in all phases of disaster management.
WHO IS THIS TRAINING INTENDED FOR?
The training is intended for professionals working in development areas mostly in DRM related fields.
DURATION
5 Days
TRAINING OBJECTIVE
Upon completion of the training, the participants will be able to describe and utilize spatial data through manipulating it in the phases of pre disaster, during disaster and post disaster.
TRAINING CONTENT
Disaster Management Concepts and Institutional Framework
Basic GIS concepts and terminologies in the context of disaster management.
International and Regional Protocols and action plans relating to disaster risk management.
Introduction to spatial information
Introduction to Geoinformatics, GIS data sources, and data collection
Geographic Information System
Data sources for DRM
Data collection using Global Positioning Systems
Data collection using Mobile Data Collection (ODK)
Introducing GIS functions using QGIS
Preparation of Earthquake Hazard Map
Hazard, Vulnerability and Risk assessment with QGIS
Types and methods of risk assessment, risk evaluation, vulnerability analysis.
Spatial data preparation and GIS integration techniques in Microsoft Excel
Use of GIS in disaster preparedness planning.
Elements at risk, hazard and vulnerability assessment using GIS.
GIS Multi criteria analysis in vulnerability assessment.
Group discussion: How can GIS and RS be used to map existing buildings, infrastructure, land use and critical facilities located in potential hazard areas.
Application of Risk Information for Risk Reduction Planning
Visualization of risk information Using QGIS
Risk mapping and database generation using QGIS
Exercise: Creating a risk map
Discussion: Use of GIS in the identification of the extent and magnitude of each hazard.
Applications of Geoinformation
Disaster Scope, Examples & Advancements
Introduction to Quantum GIS (open source)
Global and National Initiatives
Overview of The Disaster Management Support Programme
Key International and Regional Initiatives
Disaster Management Planning and Emergency Response Case Studies
Public Participatory GIS and Disaster Risk Management
Participatory GIS as a tool for DRM mapping.
Use of Google Maps and Google Earth in DRM.
Community crisis mapping Using Ushahidi.
GIS for Post Disaster Damage Assessment
Flood inundation Mapping
Preliminary Flood Damage Assessment
CUSTOMIZED TRAINING
This training can also be customized for your institution upon request. You can have it delivered your preferred location.
For further inquiries, please contact us on details below:
Tel: +254 (0) 739167709.
Email: training @versedpro.com