Course Overview:
Mobile Data Collection and Drone Mapping for GIS Experts Training Course is a 5-day hands-on program designed to equip GIS professionals with advanced skills in mobile data collection and drone mapping. Participants will learn how to use mobile devices and drones to gather geospatial data, process it, and integrate it into GIS workflows for effective analysis and decision-making.
Course Duration:
5 days
Target Audience:
- GIS professionals and analysts
- Remote sensing specialists
- Urban planners and infrastructure developers
- Environmental scientists and researchers
- Professionals in agriculture, forestry, and disaster management
Personal Impact:
- Gain practical skills in using mobile devices and drones for geospatial data collection.
- Enhance your ability to integrate collected data into GIS workflows effectively.
- Improve your proficiency in processing and analyzing data from mobile and drone sources.
- Develop expertise in leveraging mobile and drone technologies for various GIS applications.
- Increase your capability to contribute to advanced geospatial projects.
Organizational Impact:
- Improve the organization's data collection capabilities through mobile and drone technologies.
- Support enhanced decision-making with accurate and timely geospatial data.
- Increase efficiency in data acquisition and integration processes.
- Foster innovation in geospatial data collection and analysis techniques.
- Strengthen the organization's ability to handle complex geospatial projects.
Course Level:
Course Objectives:
- To provide an understanding of mobile data collection and drone mapping technologies.
- To teach participants how to effectively use mobile apps and drones for data acquisition.
- To equip participants with skills to process and integrate collected data into GIS platforms.
- To demonstrate best practices for mobile and drone-based data collection and analysis.
- To enable participants to apply mobile and drone data collection techniques to real-world GIS projects.
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Mobile Data Collection and Drone Mapping
- Overview of mobile data collection technologies and applications
- Introduction to drone mapping and its benefits for GIS
- Key concepts and tools for mobile and drone data collection
- Case Study: Successful integration of mobile and drone data into GIS
Module 2: Mobile Data Collection Tools and Techniques
- Overview of popular mobile data collection apps and platforms
- Configuring and using mobile apps for field data collection
- Data synchronization and quality control
- Real-Life Project: Setting up and using a mobile data collection app for a GIS project
Module 3: Drone Operation and Data Acquisition
- Basics of drone operation and regulations
- Planning and executing drone mapping flights
- Capturing high-quality geospatial data with drones
- Case Study: Conducting a drone mapping project for urban planning
Module 4: Data Processing and Integration
- Processing mobile and drone-collected data using GIS software
- Integrating drone imagery and mobile data into GIS workflows
- Techniques for data analysis and visualization
- Real-Life Project: Processing and integrating drone data for a comprehensive GIS analysis
Module 5: Advanced Applications and Best Practices
- Advanced techniques for mobile and drone data analysis
- Best practices for ensuring data accuracy and reliability
- Case studies of complex projects using mobile and drone data
- Future trends and innovations in mobile data collection and drone mapping
- Case Study: Developing a detailed GIS project using mobile and drone data
- Real-Life Project: Creating a comprehensive GIS map from integrated mobile and drone data
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Course Administration Details:
Methodology
These instructor-led training sessions are delivered using a blended learning approach and include presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials are offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
Training Venue
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
Accommodation and Airport Transfer
Accommodation and Airport Transfer are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Tailor-Made
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Payment
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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