
The online training is an advanced-level course on Geographic Information
System (GIS) focused on web-based GIS technologies, techniques, and
operations and its use in risk assessment and mapping of public health
disasters. The training is comprised of synchronous and asynchronous modules
designed to facilitate effective learning, demonstration and hands-on
experience of web-based GIS tools. It also includes a mini risk assessment and
mapping project to be presented as a final requirement for completion.
By the end of the training course, the participants are able to:
1-explain the basic concepts, terminologies, and components of public health;
2-explain the basic concepts of, terminologies, and components of web-based GIS assessment; and
3-illustrate web-based GIS mapping of HEV factors and risk overlays
United Nations University
Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability
(UNU-IAS)
5‒53‒70 Jingumae
Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-8925
Japan
Tel: +81 3 5467 1212
Fax: +81 3 3499 2828
United Nations University
Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability
(UNU-IAS)
5‒53‒70 Jingumae
Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-8925
Japan
Tel: +81 3 5467 1212
Fax: +81 3 3499 2828