Format: Live instructor-led online training via Zoom / Microsoft Teams

GIS for Urban and Regional Planning Training Course

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for Urban and Regional Planning is a comprehensive training program designed to equip participants with advanced knowledge and practical skills in applying geospatial technologies to support sustainable urban development, regional planning, infrastructure management, land administration, transportation planning, environmental management, and smart city initiatives. As urban populations continue to grow and cities face increasing challenges related to housing, transportation, environmental sustainability, climate resilience, and service delivery, GIS has become an essential tool for planners and decision-makers. This course provides participants with the expertise needed to collect, manage, analyze, visualize, and interpret spatial data for evidence-based urban and regional planning processes.

The course introduces participants to modern GIS applications in urban and regional planning using satellite imagery, GPS technologies, Remote Sensing, spatial databases, demographic information systems, land use datasets, and smart city platforms. Participants will learn how to analyze urban growth patterns, assess infrastructure needs, map land use and land cover changes, evaluate transportation networks, identify development opportunities, and support policy formulation. Through practical exercises and case studies, participants will gain hands-on experience in spatial planning, urban analytics, suitability modeling, infrastructure mapping, and geospatial decision support systems.

Organizations involved in urban planning, regional development, infrastructure management, local governance, environmental management, transportation, housing, and economic development increasingly rely on GIS technologies to improve planning efficiency and support sustainable growth. This course develops participants’ competencies in spatial analysis, urban modeling, demographic analysis, land suitability assessment, environmental planning, and smart city development. Participants will explore how GIS and geospatial intelligence can enhance urban governance, optimize resource allocation, improve service delivery, and strengthen resilience against environmental and socioeconomic challenges.

By combining theoretical foundations with practical applications, this training empowers participants to design and implement GIS-based urban and regional planning solutions that support sustainable development goals and national development agendas. Participants will acquire the skills required to create comprehensive planning databases, perform urban growth analysis, develop thematic maps, conduct spatial assessments, and generate planning reports that support informed decision-making. Upon successful completion, participants will be able to apply GIS technologies effectively in urban and regional planning projects, contributing to resilient, inclusive, and sustainable communities.

Course Objectives

1.     Understand the principles and applications of GIS in urban and regional planning.

2.     Apply GIS and Remote Sensing technologies in spatial planning processes.

3.     Develop and manage geospatial databases for planning applications.

4.     Conduct land use and land cover analysis for urban development.

5.     Perform urban growth and demographic analysis.

6.     Assess infrastructure, transportation, and service delivery systems.

7.     Utilize spatial modeling and suitability analysis techniques.

8.     Develop GIS-based decision support systems for planning.

9.     Generate maps, reports, and geospatial visualizations for planning purposes.

10.  Design and implement GIS-supported urban and regional planning projects.

Organization Benefits

1.     Improved urban and regional planning efficiency.

2.     Enhanced evidence-based decision-making capabilities.

3.     Better land use and infrastructure management.

4.     Improved transportation and service delivery planning.

5.     Enhanced environmental sustainability and climate resilience.

6.     Strengthened GIS and geospatial technology capacity.

7.     Improved resource allocation and investment planning.

8.     Enhanced monitoring and evaluation of development projects.

9.     Better stakeholder engagement through spatial visualization.

10.  Strengthened governance and sustainable development planning.

Target Participants

·       Urban Planners

·       Regional Planners

·       GIS Specialists

·       Remote Sensing Analysts

·       Infrastructure Development Professionals

·       Land Administration Officers

·       Housing and Settlement Officers

·       Transportation Planners

·       Environmental Managers

·       Local Government Officials

·       Development Practitioners

·       Researchers and Academics

·       Policy Analysts

·       Monitoring and Evaluation Specialists

·       Project Managers

·       Smart City Professionals

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to GIS for Urban and Regional Planning

·       Fundamentals of Urban and Regional Planning

·       Principles of Geographic Information Systems

·       Spatial Data Concepts and Applications

·       GIS in Sustainable Development Planning

·       Planning Support Systems and Frameworks

·       Case Study: GIS-Based Urban Development Strategy

Module 2: Spatial Data Collection and Management

·       Spatial Data Sources and Standards

·       GPS and Field Data Collection Techniques

·       Geospatial Database Design

·       Data Quality Assurance and Validation

·       Spatial Data Integration Methods

·       Case Study: Municipal GIS Database Development

Module 3: GIS and Remote Sensing Applications in Planning

·       Satellite Imagery Analysis

·       Remote Sensing for Land Use Mapping

·       Change Detection Techniques

·       Environmental Monitoring Applications

·       Spatial Data Processing Methods

·       Case Study: Urban Expansion Monitoring Project

Module 4: Land Use and Land Cover Planning

·       Land Use Classification Techniques

·       Land Cover Mapping and Analysis

·       Urban Land Management Strategies

·       Development Control and Zoning

·       Land Suitability Assessment

·       Case Study: Integrated Land Use Planning Initiative

Module 5: Urban Growth and Demographic Analysis

·       Urbanization Trends and Patterns

·       Population Distribution Mapping

·       Demographic Analysis Techniques

·       Urban Growth Modeling

·       Settlement Pattern Analysis

·       Case Study: Metropolitan Growth Assessment

Module 6: Infrastructure and Utility Planning

·       Infrastructure Mapping Techniques

·       Utility Network Analysis

·       Public Service Accessibility Assessment

·       Facility Location Planning

·       Infrastructure Investment Prioritization

·       Case Study: Urban Infrastructure Planning Program

Module 7: Transportation Planning and Mobility Analysis

·       Transportation Network Mapping

·       Traffic Flow Analysis

·       Accessibility and Connectivity Assessment

·       Public Transport Planning

·       Smart Mobility Solutions

·       Case Study: Sustainable Urban Transport Plan

Module 8: Environmental Planning and Climate Resilience

·       Environmental Impact Assessment Applications

·       Green Infrastructure Planning

·       Urban Climate Risk Assessment

·       Disaster Risk Reduction Strategies

·       Resilience and Adaptation Planning

·       Case Study: Climate-Resilient Urban Development Project

Module 9: Spatial Modeling and Decision Support Systems

·       Spatial Analysis Techniques

·       Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA)

·       Urban Suitability Modeling

·       Scenario Development and Simulation

·       GIS-Based Decision Support Systems

·       Case Study: Urban Development Suitability Assessment

Module 10: Smart Cities and Geospatial Innovation

·       Smart City Concepts and Technologies

·       Urban Data Analytics

·       IoT Applications in Urban Planning

·       Real-Time Urban Monitoring Systems

·       Digital Twin Technologies

·       Case Study: Smart City Implementation Framework

Module 11: Planning Visualization and Communication

·       Cartographic Design Principles

·       Urban Planning Visualization Techniques

·       Dashboard Development and Reporting

·       Web GIS Applications

·       Stakeholder Communication Strategies

·       Case Study: Urban Planning Information Portal

Module 12: Integrated Urban and Regional Development Planning

·       Strategic Development Planning

·       Regional Growth Management

·       Sustainable Development Goals and Urban Planning

·       Monitoring and Evaluation Frameworks

·       Governance and Policy Integration

·       Case Study: Integrated Regional Development Strategy

General Information

1.     Customized Training: All our courses can be tailored to meet the specific needs of participants.

2.     Language Proficiency: Participants should have a good command of the English language.

3.     Comprehensive Learning: Our training includes well-structured presentations, practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and collaborative group work. Our facilitators are seasoned experts with over a decade of experience.

4.     Certification: Upon successful completion of training, participants will receive a certificate from Foscore Development Center (FDC-K).

5.     Training Locations: Training sessions are conducted at Foscore Development Center (FDC-K) centers. We also offer options for in-house and online training, customized to the client's schedule.

6.     Flexible Duration: Course durations are adaptable, and content can be adjusted to fit the required number of days.

7.     Onsite Training Inclusions: The course fee for onsite training covers facilitation, training materials, two coffee breaks, a buffet lunch, and a Certificate of Successful Completion. Participants are responsible for their travel expenses, airport transfers, visa applications, dinners, health/accident insurance, and personal expenses.

8.     Additional Services: Accommodation, pickup services, freight booking, and visa processing arrangements are available upon request at discounted rates.

9.     Equipment: Tablets and laptops can be provided to participants at an additional cost.

10.  Post-Training Support: We offer one year of free consultation and coaching after the course.

11.  Group Discounts: Register as a group of more than two and enjoy a discount ranging from 10% to 50%.

12.  Payment Terms: Payment should be made before the commencement of the training or as mutually agreed upon, to the Foscore Development Center account. This ensures better preparation for your training.

13.  Contact Us: For any inquiries, please reach out to us at training@fdc-k.org or call us at +254712260031.

14.  Website: Visit our website at www.fdc-k.org for more information.