Cartography and GIS Course
Gain expertise in cartography and GIS tailored for risk mapping in urban and geological contexts. The course covers data sourcing, cleaning and analysis of spatial layers, terrain and hazard modeling, and creation of accessible, decision-oriented maps suitable for projects in any location, empowering professionals in geography and related fields.

4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides hands-on skills in sourcing, preparing, and analyzing spatial data for practical risk mapping applications. Participants will learn to define study areas, select and document coordinate reference systems, preprocess vector and raster data, generate terrain and hydrology layers, create multi-hazard indices, and produce clear maps and reports for planners and decision-makers.
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Develop skills
- GIS data preparation: cleaning, reprojecting, clipping, and quality-checking spatial layers for geological applications.
- Terrain and hazard mapping: generating slopes, watersheds, and multi-hazard indices.
- Risk-based spatial analysis: integrating hazards, exposure data, and urban development patterns.
- Cartographic design: producing clear, user-friendly risk maps for planners and communities.
- Professional reporting: documenting methodologies, limitations, and preparing succinct risk summaries.
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