Training on GIS and Remote Sensing in Land Cover, Land Change Analysis
Gain GIS and remote sensing skills for land cover mapping and change analysis with hands-on training.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Advanced
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This course provides participants with knowledge and practical skills to use GIS and remote sensing tools for analyzing land cover and detecting land use changes. It focuses on spatial data acquisition, image processing, classification techniques, and change detection methods to support environmental monitoring, urban planning, agriculture, and natural resource management. Participants will also gain hands-on experience using leading GIS and remote sensing software.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Environmental scientists and ecologists
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Urban and regional planners
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GIS and remote sensing professionals
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Researchers and academicians
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Policy makers in land management and natural resources
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NGO and development project staff
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
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Understand concepts of land cover and land change analysis
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Acquire and preprocess remote sensing data for analysis
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Apply classification techniques for land cover mapping
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Conduct change detection using multi-temporal imagery
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Integrate GIS and remote sensing outputs into reports and decision-making
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to GIS, Remote Sensing, and Land Cover Concepts
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Basics of GIS and remote sensing
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Importance of land cover/land use analysis
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Data sources: satellites, aerial imagery, UAVs
Module 2: Data Acquisition and Preprocessing
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Remote sensing data types and resolution
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Image preprocessing: correction, enhancement
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Practical: Downloading and preparing satellite data
Module 3: Land Cover Classification Methods
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Supervised and unsupervised classification
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Accuracy assessment and validation
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Practical: Land cover mapping with sample datasets
Module 4: Land Change Detection Techniques
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Multi-temporal image analysis
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Post-classification comparison and change vector analysis
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Case study: Urban expansion monitoring
Module 5: Applications, Reporting, and Policy Implications
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Integrating GIS and RS outputs for planning and decision-making
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Case studies in agriculture, forestry, and urban planning
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Practical: Preparing maps and reports for stakeholders
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Improved capacity for land monitoring and planning
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Evidence-based decision-making for land use policies
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Enhanced ability to track environmental and urban changes
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Integration of GIS and remote sensing in development projects
Individual Impact
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Hands-on skills in satellite image analysis and GIS tools
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Ability to conduct land cover classification and change detection
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Enhanced competence in applying spatial data for decision support
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Stronger technical knowledge for research and professional work
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
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NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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