Training on Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in Disaster Risk Management is an important course that will help in the management of disaster and hazardous events caused by extreme climatic conditions and increased urban population growth. Disaster management information equips people with skills that will help in times of disaster events. GIS is crucial in the assessment and management of disaster risk. Therefore, it is important to create awareness among professionals handling disaster risks on to the usage of GIS.
Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a Certificate of Participation
OBJECTIVES
By the end of the course, the participant should be able to:
- Understand the terminologies and meanings in relation to geospatial information technology
- Describing the pros and cons of applying geospatial information to reduce risk during disasters
- Application of GIS software (ESRI ArcGIS) to generate geographical information
- Identify, search, access, collect, and assess geospatial information with respect to reducing disaster risks
- Apply GIS in assessment of disaster risk and management
DURATION
5 Days
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The course will be meant for disaster risk managers, emergency response teams, planners, GIS officers, environmental scientists, NGO and humanitarian workers, government and development practitioners.
COURSE OUTLINE
Module 1: Introduction to GIS and Disaster Management Concepts
Overview of GIS: Concepts, Components & Applications
Understanding Disaster Risk Management (DRM) Cycle
Mitigation, Preparedness, Response, Recovery
Role of GIS in Risk Assessment and Emergency Planning
Introduction to GIS Software (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS)
Hands-on: Navigating GIS Interface and Basic Mapping
Module 2: Spatial Data for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)
- Types of Geospatial Data (Raster, Vector, Real-time, Satellite)
- Data Collection Techniques: GPS, Mobile Apps, Drones
- Data Sources for Disaster Management (Global & Local)
- Creating and Managing Hazard Maps (Flood, Earthquake, Fire, etc.)
- Hands-on: Importing, Editing, and Visualizing Disaster Data
Module 3: Hazard Mapping, Vulnerability, and Risk Analysis
- Hazard, Exposure, and Vulnerability Mapping
- Spatial Analysis Techniques for Risk Assessment
- Buffering, Overlay, and Hotspot Analysis
- Scenario Modeling for Emergency Planning
- Hands-on: Developing a Multi-Hazard Risk Map
Module 4: GIS for Emergency Response and Early Warning
- Real-Time Mapping and Situational Awareness
- Integrating Remote Sensing with GIS for Rapid Assessment
- Building Dashboards and Emergency Response Maps
- GIS for Search & Rescue, Evacuation Planning, and Resource Allocation
- Hands-on: Designing a GIS-Based Emergency Response System
Module 5: Recovery Planning, Reporting, and Project Work
- Post-Disaster Damage Assessment Using GIS
- Communicating Risk and Recovery Plans with Maps
- Monitoring and Evaluation of DRM Projects
- Final Group Project: End-to-End GIS Disaster Scenario Mapping
- Presentations, Peer Review, and Certification
GENERAL NOTES
- The instructor led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professional and trainers in these fields.
- The participants should be reasonably proficient in English as all facilitation and course materials will be offered in English.
- Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a certificate.
- The training will be held at Kincaid Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments and lunch.
- All participants will additionally cater for their, travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
- Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training coordinator at Email: training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org or Tel: +254 724592901
- This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our Kincaid Training Centre or at a convenient location.
For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254 724592901 or send mail to training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org
Payments are due upon registration. Payment should be sent to our Bank account before commencement of training and proof of payment sent to training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org