This 5-day training course provides urban planners, managers, and related professionals with a comprehensive understanding of how to effectively apply Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in the context of urban planning and management. Participants will gain practical skills in using GIS tools to analyze urban data, visualize spatial patterns, support decision-making, and create compelling plans for sustainable urban development. The course emphasizes hands-on exercises and real-world case studies, enabling attendees to immediately apply their newfound knowledge to their professional roles.
The curriculum covers a wide array of topics, starting with an introduction to GIS principles tailored for urban applications and urban data management. It then delves into various spatial analysis techniques relevant to urban planning, including land use and zoning analysis, and GIS applications in infrastructure and services planning. Participants will also explore how GIS supports environmental and hazard planning, demographic analysis, and site suitability assessment. The course concludes with techniques for visualizing urban plans and a look at advanced topics and case studies in urban GIS.
Who Should Attend the Training
- Urban planners
- City managers
- Municipal staff
- Architects
- Civil engineers
- Researchers in urban studies
- Public policy analysts
- Anyone involved in urban development projects
Objectives of the Training
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamental role and applications of GIS in urban planning and management.
- Design and manage urban spatial databases effectively.
- Perform various spatial analyses relevant to urban development (e.g., buffering, overlay, network analysis).
- Analyze land use patterns and zoning regulations using GIS.
- Utilize GIS for planning and managing urban infrastructure and services.
- Apply GIS for environmental assessment and hazard mitigation in urban settings.
- Conduct demographic and socio-economic analyses of urban populations.
- Perform site suitability and location analysis for urban development projects.
- Create effective maps and visualizations to communicate urban plans and data.
- Integrate advanced GIS techniques and real-world case studies into their urban planning practices.
Personal Benefits
- Enhanced expertise: Gain specialized skills in a critical area of urban planning.
- Career growth: Boost your professional profile and open new career opportunities.
- Improved efficiency: Streamline planning processes and data management.
- Better decision-making: Make more informed and data-driven urban planning choices.
- Problem-solving abilities: Address complex urban challenges with spatial analysis.
Organizational Benefits
- Optimized urban development: Improve the quality and sustainability of urban plans.
- Efficient resource allocation: Better manage urban infrastructure and services.
- Data-driven policy: Support evidence-based urban policy formulation.
- Enhanced public engagement: Communicate plans more effectively with citizens.
- Streamlined operations: Improve internal workflows for urban data management and analysis.
Training Methodology
- Interactive lectures and discussions on urban planning concepts and GIS.
- Hands-on practical exercises using leading GIS software.
- Step-by-step demonstrations for applying GIS tools to urban problems.
- Case studies and real-world scenarios from urban planning projects.
- Group exercises and collaborative problem-solving.
- Q&A sessions with expert trainers.
- Individual assignments for practical application.
Trainer Experience
Our trainers are highly experienced urban planners and GIS specialists with extensive backgrounds in applying GIS to diverse urban development and management projects. They possess advanced degrees in urban planning, geography, or related fields and have a proven track record of working with municipal governments, planning agencies, and private consulting firms. Their practical expertise ensures that participants receive instruction that is not only theoretically sound but also rich with real-world insights, best practices, and innovative solutions, providing actionable knowledge directly applicable to urban challenges.
Quality Statement
We are committed to delivering high-quality training programs that are both comprehensive and practical. Our courses are meticulously designed, continually updated to reflect the latest advancements in GIS technology and urban planning methodologies, and delivered by expert instructors. We strive to empower participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in their respective fields, ensuring a valuable and impactful learning experience that directly translates to real-world application.
Tailor-made Courses
We understand that every organization has unique training needs. We offer customized GIS for urban planning courses designed to address your specific planning challenges and objectives. Whether you require a deep dive into a particular urban analysis technique, integration with specific urban datasets, or a focus on a particular planning software, we can develop a bespoke training solution to meet your requirements. Please contact us to discuss how we can tailor a program for your team.
Course Duration: 5 days
Training fee: USD 1300
Module 1: Introduction to GIS for Urban Planning
- Understanding urban planning challenges and the role of GIS.
- Core GIS concepts: Spatial data types (vector, raster) in an urban context.
- Overview of common GIS software for urban planning (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS).
- Data sources for urban planning: Cadastral, demographic, infrastructure data.
- Case studies of GIS applications in urban planning worldwide.
- Practical session: Exploring diverse urban datasets in a GIS environment and understanding their attributes.
Module 2: Urban Data Management and Geodatabase Design
- Principles of urban spatial database design: Logical and physical models.
- Organizing and storing urban spatial data: Feature classes, datasets, layers.
- Data quality considerations for urban data (accuracy, completeness).
- Georeferencing and projecting urban datasets.
- Importing and exporting urban data from various sources (CAD, spreadsheets).
- Practical session: Designing a simple urban geodatabase and importing various urban datasets.
Module 3: Spatial Analysis for Urban Planning
- Proximity analysis: Buffering for zoning, noise impact, and service accessibility.
- Overlay analysis: Combining different urban layers (e.g., parcels with flood zones).
- Network analysis: Finding optimal routes for emergency services or public transport.
- Density mapping: Visualizing population density, crime hotspots, or service demand.
- Measuring spatial relationships between urban features.
- Practical session: Performing buffer analysis around schools and overlay analysis for identifying suitable development areas.
Module 4: Land Use and Zoning Analysis
- Understanding land use classifications and zoning regulations.
- Mapping existing land use patterns using GIS.
- Analyzing land use changes over time.
- Developing and evaluating proposed land use plans.
- Assessing compliance with zoning ordinances.
- Practical session: Creating a land use map from raw data and performing a change detection analysis.
Module 5: Infrastructure and Services Planning with GIS
- Mapping and managing urban infrastructure (roads, utilities, public transport).
- Analyzing service coverage and accessibility (e.g., proximity to hospitals, parks).
- Identifying gaps in infrastructure provision.
- Planning for new infrastructure development.
- Utilizing network analysis for utility routing and maintenance.
- Practical session: Analyzing the accessibility of public services (e.g., hospitals) using network analysis.
Module 6: Environmental and Hazard Planning in Urban Areas
- Mapping environmental features: Green spaces, water bodies, pollution sources.
- Assessing urban environmental quality using spatial data.
- Identifying hazard-prone areas: Flood plains, seismic zones, landslide areas.
- Modeling the impact of natural disasters on urban areas.
- Developing spatial strategies for risk mitigation and environmental protection.
- Practical session: Delineating flood-prone areas and mapping potential impact zones on urban infrastructure.
Module 7: Urban Demographics and Socio-Economic Analysis
- Integrating census data and other socio-economic indicators into GIS.
- Mapping demographic distributions (population, age, income).
- Analyzing social inequalities and access to resources.
- Identifying vulnerable populations and underserved areas.
- Using spatial statistics for socio-economic pattern analysis.
- Practical session: Creating thematic maps of demographic data and identifying areas of high social vulnerability.
Module 8: Site Suitability and Location Analysis
- Defining criteria for optimal site selection (e.g., for new developments, public facilities).
- Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) for site suitability.
- Combining multiple spatial factors (e.g., accessibility, land cost, environmental impact).
- Identifying prime locations for specific urban functions.
- Presenting suitability analysis results for decision-makers.
- Practical session: Performing a multi-criteria site suitability analysis for a new public park or commercial development.
Module 9: Visualization and Communication of Urban Plans
- Principles of effective cartography for urban planning maps.
- Designing clear and compelling map layouts.
- Creating interactive web maps for public consultation.
- Incorporating infographics and charts into spatial presentations.
- Storytelling with maps: Communicating complex urban issues simply.
- Practical session: Designing a professional map layout for an urban planning proposal and exporting it for presentation.
Module 10: Advanced Topics and Case Studies in Urban GIS
- Introduction to 3D GIS for urban visualization and analysis.
- Understanding BIM (Building Information Modeling) and GIS integration.
- Smart city concepts and the role of real-time GIS.
- Discussion of successful urban planning projects leveraging GIS.
- Future trends in urban GIS and spatial data science.
- Practical session: Exploring 3D urban data visualization or a simple urban growth model simulation.
Requirements:
· Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
· Applicants must live up to Armstrong Global Institute admission criteria.
Terms and Conditions
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 Approved. 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@armstrongglobalinstitute.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 / +254725012095 / +254724452588
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: Armstrong Global Training & Development Center 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 / +254725012095 / +254724452588 or Email training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com
Accommodation and Airport Transfer
Accommodation and Airport Transfer is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588
