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Geospatial Technologies. Data Processing in Disaster Risk Management

Industry-Specific
Digital Skills

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Duration

40 hours

PRESENTATION

The course Geospatial Technologies: Data Processing in Disaster Risk Management is your gateway to mastering the cutting-edge tools essential in today’s climate of increasing natural disasters. You’ll delve into the application of GIS and geospatial technologies, enabling you to create precise natural hazard maps and model threats effectively. As the demand for skilled professionals in disaster risk management surges, this course offers you a competitive edge by equipping you with the knowledge to influence land planning and mitigate risks. Immerse yourself in this online programme and become a pivotal player in safeguarding communities and shaping resilient futures. Your expertise in geospatial technologies will not only enhance your career prospects but also empower you with the skills to make a meaningful impact in a field that is both vital and in high demand.

Objectives

– Understand the application of GIS in disaster risk management.

– Identify methodological criteria for creating hazard maps.

– Develop skills to model natural threats effectively.

– Analyse geospatial data for informed land planning.

– Use GIS tools to enhance disaster response strategies.

– Evaluate geospatial technologies for risk assessment.

– Integrate GIS data to improve land use planning decisions.

Syllabus

UNIT 1. APPLICATION OF GIS AND GEOSPATIAL TECHNOLOGIES GIS in disaster risk management Geospatial technologies in disaster risk management Remote sensing in natural hazard assessments Satellite data acquisition, band combination, and image interpretation Enhancement of geospatial data interpretation UNIT 2. METHODOLOGICAL CRITERIA FOR THE ELABORATION OF NATURAL HAZARD MAPS Hazard mapping methodology Methodology for the elaboration of vulnerability maps Methodology for the elaboration and analysis of risk maps Natural hazards maps and their relation to spatial planning Study and management of thematic data UNIT 3. MODELING THREATS Hazard mapping methodology Methodology for the elaboration of vulnerability maps Methodology for the elaboration and analysis of risk maps Natural hazards maps and their relation to spatial planning Study and management of thematic data UNIT 4. LAND PLANNING Territorial planning figures Territorial planning decision-making with risk management inputs Documents, plans and programs for risk management in private institutions Lessons learned in natural disaster management and its relation with risk management Territorial planning regulations (case studies)
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