Geographic Information System (GIS) & Remote Sensing
Training Course on GIS for Environmental Impact Assessment - GIS Software
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Geographic Information System (GIS) & Remote Sensing10 DaysCertificate Included
Duration
10 Days
Mode
Online & Physical
Certificate
Included
Language
English
Course Overview
This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills to use GIS for conducting Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA). Participants will learn how to collect, process, and analyze spatial data to evaluate the environmental effects of projects, model potential impacts, and support decision-making. The course emphasizes hands-on exercises with real-world datasets, enabling participants to integrate GIS into environmental planning, regulatory compliance, and sustainability assessments.
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Learning Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
1.Understand the principles of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and the role of GIS.
2.Acquire, process, and manage geospatial data relevant to EIA.
3.Conduct spatial analysis to evaluate environmental and social impacts.
4.Map and model land use, water resources, vegetation, and sensitive ecosystems.
5.Assess cumulative and indirect impacts of development projects using GIS.
6.Integrate remote sensing and field data for comprehensive environmental assessment.
7.Develop maps, dashboards, and reports for stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
8.Perform risk assessment and mitigation planning using spatial modeling.
9.Apply GIS to support sustainable project design and decision-making.
10.Complete a capstone project demonstrating GIS-based environmental impact assessment.
Course Content
Module 1:Introduction to GIS in Environmental Impact Assessment
Theory:
Overview of EIA principles and GIS applications.
Role of GIS in environmental planning, monitoring, and decision support.
Types of spatial data used in EIA: land use, topography, hydrology, vegetation.
Hands-on: Explore environmental datasets and visualize project sites.
Case Study: Mapping baseline environmental conditions for a proposed infrastructure project.
Module 2:Geospatial Data Acquisition and Management
Theory:
Sources of environmental data: satellite imagery, UAV surveys, GPS, field observations.
Data formats, projections, and GIS database management.
Ensuring data quality, accuracy, and metadata compliance.
Hands-on: Import, clean, and organize spatial environmental datasets.
Case Study: Integrating multi-source data for comprehensive environmental analysis.
Module 3:Land Use and Land Cover Analysis
Theory:
Land use and land cover (LULC) mapping for EIA.
Change detection and historical trend analysis.
Evaluating land suitability and sensitivity for development.
Hands-on: Generate LULC maps and analyze trends using remote sensing and GIS.
Case Study: Assessing the impact of urban expansion on agricultural land.
Module 4:Hydrology and Water Resources Analysis
Theory:
Mapping watersheds, rivers, and water bodies.
Assessing potential impacts on water quality, availability, and flow.
Flood risk and drainage analysis.
Hands-on: Delineate watersheds, model runoff, and analyze flood-prone areas.
Case Study: Evaluating the hydrological impact of a proposed dam or road project.
Module 5:Vegetation, Biodiversity, and Habitat Assessment
Theory:
Mapping ecosystems, forests, and sensitive habitats.
Assessing impacts on biodiversity and protected areas.
Ecological risk modeling using GIS.
Hands-on: Create habitat suitability and biodiversity maps.
Case Study: Evaluating deforestation risks from mining or infrastructure projects.
Module 6:Air, Noise, and Pollution Assessment
Theory:
Spatial modeling of air and noise pollution impacts.
Identifying sensitive receptors and buffer zones.
Integration of emission and pollutant data with GIS.
Hands-on: Map pollution zones and assess exposure to communities.
Case Study: Assessing air quality impacts from industrial projects.
Module 7:Risk Assessment and Mitigation Planning
Theory:
Identifying environmental risks using GIS spatial analysis.
Prioritizing mitigation measures based on impact severity.
Scenario modeling for sustainable project design.
Hands-on: Develop risk maps and mitigation strategies.
Case Study: Planning mitigation for soil erosion and water contamination risks.
Module 8:Cumulative and Indirect Impact Assessment
Theory:
Modeling cumulative impacts from multiple projects.
Assessing indirect effects on ecosystems and communities.
Spatial multi-criteria analysis for decision support.
Hands-on: Analyze cumulative impacts using GIS layers and indicators.
Case Study: Assessing combined effects of urban and industrial expansion on water resources.
Module 9:Visualization, Reporting, and Stakeholder Engagement
Theory:
Creating maps, dashboards, and interactive visualizations for EIAs.
Communicating findings to stakeholders and regulatory authorities.
Preparing GIS-based reports for project approval and compliance.
Hands-on: Develop visualizations and interactive dashboards summarizing environmental impacts.
Case Study: Presenting EIA results for a proposed infrastructure project.
Module 10:Capstone Project
Project Examples:
GIS-based environmental assessment of a proposed highway or railway project.
Evaluating the environmental impact of urban expansion on natural resources.
Integrated EIA project combining land, water, vegetation, and pollution analysis.
Hands-on: Complete an end-to-end workflow: data collection → analysis → modeling → visualization → reporting.
Presentation: Showcase project outcomes, environmental insights, and recommendations for sustainable development.
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for Environmental consultants and EIA professionals, GIS analysts and spatial planners, Urban planners, civil engineers, and infrastructure developers, Government agencies and regulatory, Researchers and students in environmental science, ecology, and sustainable development.
