An open online training programme from GRID3 – a learning pathway to using geospatial data and technologies for sustainable development.
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Un programme de formation en ligne ouvert de GRID3. Il s'agit d'une voie d'apprentissage pour utiliser les données et les technologies géospatiales pour le développement durable.
L'inscription à ce programme est maintenant OUVERTE. Cliquez ici pour vous inscrire
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An open online training programme from GRID3. This is a learning pathway to using geospatial data and technologies to enhance microplanning procedures, reaching more people in need of immunisation and related services.
Self-enrolment on this programme will be available. For a detailed programme outline, Click Here.
This course takes a broad look at the geospatial sector. Using accessible and non-technical language it addresses the question "What is a GIS, and what can this technology do for me?"
Who is it for?
It provides an important foundation to those who intend to progress to the practical GIS courses. However, it is also suitable as a stand-alone course for anyone looking at the big picture, wanting to know the potential gains and risks of developing geospatial capabilities.
Pre-requisites
: None, other than a keen interest in Geospatial
Estimated learning time
: 45 minutes
For more information:
full course description PDF
In this section the aim is to break out of GIS theory and focus on how the technology is applied; specifically, how it makes a positive impact in people's lives. This page is an expanding library of case studies for your reference. It doesn't contain practical exercises. Check back regularly for new stories and relevant links from the Data for Development community.
Who is it for?
Anyone with an interest in the sector. It is particularly relevant for those working in government administration or NGOs, especially in health, education, population (census) or regional/national infrastructure.
Pre-requisites
: None
This course will introduce the QGIS user interface, getting you familiar with the main tools and functions, to get you going quickly with GIS!
Who is it for?
Newcomers to GIS or those who want to get familiar with QGIS software. It is relevant for those working in government administration or NGOs, especially in health, education, population (census) or regional/national infrastructure.
Pre-requisites
: General IT skills and familiar with Excel/spreadsheets
Estimated learning time
: 2 hours
For more information:
full course description PDF
This course is about getting to grips with GIS Data! It encourages good practice in where to find it, how and where to store it, and documenting your work!
Who is it for?
Newcomers to GIS or those who want to develop good habits in data management, acknowledging that doing so is a critical step towards working effectively in GIS.
Pre-requisites
: General IT skills
Estimated learning time
: 1.5 hours
More information:
full course description PDF
This course is about understanding coordinate reference systems, including map projections, which are used in different countries and regions of the world. Understanding CRS is crucial for accurate positioning of spatial data.
Who is it for?
Newcomers to GIS or those who need to understand issues around coordinate systems, issues which can cause errors for the GIS user.
Pre-requisites
: Basic understanding of QGIS user interface
Estimated learning time
: 2 hours
More information:
full course description PDF
Who is it for
: Beginners or newcomers to R. This course is part of the first steps to population modelling.
Pre-requisites
: Proficiency with basic statistics and familiarity with spatial data themes and practice.
Estimated learning time
: 3.5 hours
More information:
A008_1-What-is-R_Description.pdf
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Who is it for
: Beginners or newcomers to R. This course is part of the first steps to population modelling.
Pre-requisites
: Proficiency with basic statistics and familiarity with spatial data themes and practice.
Estimated learning time
: 3.5 hours
More information:
A008_2-Manipulating-and-Managing-Data-R_Description.pdf
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Who is it for
: Beginners or newcomers to R. This course is part of the first steps to population modelling.
Pre-requisites
: Proficiency with basic statistics and familiarity with spatial data themes and practice.
Estimated learning time
: 3.5 hours
More information:
A008_3- Plotting-Data-and-Working-with-Loops-and-Functions-R_Description.pdf
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Working with Raster Data and Dataframes
Who is it for
: Beginners or newcomers to R. This course is part of the first steps to population modelling.
Pre-requisites
: Proficiency with basic statistics and familiarity with spatial data themes and practice.
Estimated learning time
: 3.5 hours
More information:
A008_4-Working-with-Raster-Data-and-Dataframes-R_Description.pdf
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A lot of the data that you will work with in GIS either starts, or can be transformed into table-based data. So it is important to get familiar with the various tools and windows within QGIS for working with this data type. This course will provide that.
Who is it for?
Although Skills taught in this course are applicable to GIS users in most sectors, it is especially relevant for those working in government administration or NGOs, in health, education, population (census) or regional/national infrastructure.
Pre-requisites
: Foundation skills in QGIS (see Courses A001 to A005)
Estimated learning time
: 2 hours
For more information:
full course description PDF
Selections and queries are a set of techniques for sorting through a dataset, in order to isolate the records or features that you want to study. These are essential skills for a GIS user.
Who is it for?
Although Skills taught in this course are applicable to GIS users in most sectors, it is especially relevant for those working in government administration or NGOs, in health, education, population (census) or regional/national infrastructure.
Pre-requisites
: Foundation skills in QGIS (see Courses A001 to A005)
Estimated learning time
: 2 hours
More information:
full course description PDF
Start creating features on your digital map! Study areas, catchment zones, travel routes, watercourses, locations of health posts or schools, or farms… Literally any geographic feature or phenomena! Get familiar with many different editing tools and techniques.
Who is it for?
Applicable to GIS users in most sectors, it is especially relevant for those working in government administration or NGOs, in health, education, population (census) or regional/national infrastructure.
Pre-requisites
: Foundation skills in QGIS (see Courses A001 to B002)
Estimated learning time
: 3 hours
More information:
full course description PDF
Dear colleagues, from 25 May we invite you to join our new open online training programme – GIS support for microplanning in the health sector. This is a learning pathway to using geospatial data and technologies to enhance microplanning procedures, reaching more people in need of immunisation and related services.
You can self enroll directly on the site, from 25 May. For a detailed program outline, click here.
Self-registration for new learners on this Learning Management System (LMS) will be available very soon! At the same time we will enable self-enrolment in the current GIS Foundations Programme: Introduction to GIS for Population and Development Studies, using QGIS.
Check back with us soon!