Course Description
The Advanced Web-Based Mapping Applications Using Open Source GIS Tools Course is a globally recognized certification program designed for professionals in geospatial sciences, software development, urban planning, data analysis, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and development sectors. This course provides participants with the essential skills to create interactive, real-time web-based GIS applications using cutting-edge open-source technologies.
As geospatial intelligence becomes increasingly pivotal in addressing development, environmental, and humanitarian challenges, this course offers an in-depth understanding of how to design and deploy high-performance, scalable web mapping solutions. By mastering technologies such as QGIS, GeoServer, Leaflet.js, PostGIS, and OpenLayers, participants will gain hands-on experience in building applications that enable better decision-making across industries.
From urban planning to public health monitoring and environmental conservation, this course prepares participants to transform complex geospatial data into intuitive, accessible digital applications. Whether the goal is to map disaster-prone areas, track urban expansion, or visualize climate data, this program empowers professionals to create impactful GIS applications that improve outcomes and drive change.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
• Design and develop interactive web mapping applications using Leaflet.js, OpenLayers, and MapLibre for seamless user experiences.
• Publish and manage spatial data with GeoServer, enabling professional-grade map aesthetics and web services like WMS, WFS, and WMTS.
• Create and query geospatial datasets using PostgreSQL/PostGIS, optimizing back-end performance for real-time operations.
• Process and prepare spatial data for web-based integration with QGIS, and customize user interfaces with interactive features like search tools and popups.
• Deploy GIS applications on cloud platforms and local servers, ensuring security, scalability, and optimal performance.
Course Modules
• Module 1: Fundamentals of Web GIS – Introduction to the architecture of web-based GIS and open-source geospatial tools.
• Module 2: Spatial Database Management – Learn how to design and query geospatial databases using PostgreSQL/PostGIS.
• Module 3: Data Preparation and Styling – Master data preparation, georeferencing, and styling for web applications in QGIS.
• Module 4: GeoServer Setup and Publishing – Configure GeoServer for publishing spatial data securely and efficiently.
• Module 5: Interactive Mapping – Develop interactive web maps with Leaflet.js and OpenLayers, incorporating advanced map features.
• Module 6: Cloud Deployment and Web Hosting – Learn how to host and deploy GIS applications on cloud platforms or local servers.
• Module 7: Data Security and Standards – Ensure secure data handling and compliance with international open data standards.
Key Beneficiaries or Users
This course is ideal for:
• GIS professionals and remote sensing specialists
• Urban and regional planners
• Environmental scientists and climate analysts
• Monitoring and evaluation professionals
• Software developers and data scientists
• Public health analysts and infrastructure experts
• Academia and research institutions
General Information
• Globally Recognized Certification – Gain a prestigious certification respected across industries worldwide.
• Expert-Led Live Training – Learn from globally recognized experts in open-source GIS and web mapping technologies.
• Practical Hands-On Experience – Work on real-world projects and build functional web mapping applications during the course.
• Flexible Learning Options – Choose from in-person workshops or interactive virtual sessions.
• Post-Training Support – Access ongoing mentorship, premium tools, and an active alumni network.
• SEO-Optimized Curriculum – Designed to meet international standards in open-source geospatial education.
Contacts
• Email: info@stepsureresearchinstitute.org
• Call or WhatsApp: +254 723 482 495 | +254 757 155 287
• Website: www.stepsureresearchinstitute.org
