This qualification is aimed at learners who work or intend to work in the Geographical Information Science (GISc) occupational area as systems Technicians or related occupational fields and who seek recognition for essential skills in the conduct of GIS. The qualification will also be valuable for those who may have been practicing within the GIS sector, but without formal recognition.

This qualification has been developed to assist with professional advancement across the GISc industry. This will allow learners to register as systems Technicians in the Geo-informatics field and lay a foundation for future career advancement in this learning area.

On achieving this qualification, a learner will be able to:

1. Collect, capture and exchange data from various formats and sources.
2. Manipulate and visualize data to meet the stated requirement.
3. Manage a database to store the required data sets and develop simple SQL queries.
4. Operate effectively as a GISc Technician in a professional practice.

Course Pre-Requisites:

Basic computer skills including basic keyboarding, word processing, spreadsheet and internet skills.

Course Modules:

Geospatial Science Core

• GIS Fundamentals.
• Applied GIS.
• Spatial Analysis and Modeling.
• GIS Theories, Models and Issues.
• Geographic Information Systems Workshop.

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The aim of Accredited Geographic Information Systems Training In South Africa is to prepare managers in geo-spatial science where they will work with spatial information. They will be able to manipulate data and provide information about the earth to planners, engineers, environmental managers and commerce.

Geographic Information Systems

Accredited Geographic Information Systems Training In South Africa is used to explore, visualize and analyse data. Computer-based systems bring advanced information management techniques to science, business and governments across the globe.

Geographic Information Systems Purpose and Rationale

Prospective students will be interested in geography, computer science, maths, science, physics and information technology, have an aptitude for design, love variety, and working both indoors and outdoors.

Applicants should have an aptitude for Mathematics and Drawing, good spatial perception, and an eye for detail. An interest in computers and geography is strongly recommended.

Learning Outcomes

After completion of this course, delegates will:

• Know where to find international standards on geographic information;
• Be able to read and interpret a standard;
• Understand how to implement a standard; and
• Be able to determine whether a standard implementation conforms to the standard.

Career Opportunities

Accredited Geographic Information Systems Training In South Africa professionals are highly employable in a growing variety of careers using GPS, geo-database systems, geo-information technology, satellite imagery and remote sensing  to enable effective decision making in areas from urban planning, management of natural resources and the environment, health to emergency services.

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