Advanced Web Based Mapping Applications Using Open Source GIS Tool Course

Course Overview

Welcome to the "Advanced Web-based Mapping Applications Using Open Source GIS Tools" course! This program is meticulously designed to provide you with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in developing sophisticated mapping applications. Using open source GIS tools, you'll learn about various aspects of web-based mapping, including data management, spatial analysis, web mapping frameworks, and application development. By the end of this journey, you'll be well-equipped to create and manage advanced GIS applications. Ready to dive into the world of Geographic Information Systems?

Target Audience

This comprehensive course is tailored for:

• Non-GIS Professionals and Experts : Whether you're new to GIS or an experienced professional, this course has something for everyone.
• M&E Experts, System and Database Administrators : Enhance your skills in managing and developing GIS applications.
• Software Engineers and IT Experts : Expand your technical prowess with GIS tools.
• Planners, Surveyors, and Cartographers : Get equipped with the latest open source mapping techniques.
• Geoscientists, Geographers, and GIS Beginners : Explore the dynamic world of GIS from the ground up.

Course Objectives

Upon completing this course, you will:

• Master the integration and use of GeoServer for serving GIS data online.
• Develop web-based applications with OpenLayers 3.0.
• Serve and manage data using PostGIS and Postgres.
• Enable dynamic interaction between clients and servers with GIS information.
• Gain practical experience in web mapping application development.

Course Outline

Module One: Web Mapping Technologies

• Introduction to GIS and Web Mapping: Get familiar with GIS principles and web mapping basics.
• Exploring QGIS: Dive into QGIS as a powerful open source software.
• Web Mapping Standards: Understand OGC standards and the evolution of web mapping technologies.
• Open Source Software: Learn about using free and open source software in web mapping.
• Web GIS Development Cycle: Discover how to design and develop web GIS applications.

Module Two: Designing Web Services and Maps

• Analytic Web Maps: Learn to design and implement analytic maps.
• System Design for Web Mapping: Understand the essentials of web mapping system design.
• Collaborative and Real-time Maps: Create static and dynamic maps for various applications.
• Data Reading and Geocoding: Work with XML, KML, and geocoding for mapping purposes.

Module Three: Processing Spatial Data with Open Source Software

• Raster and Vector Data Processing: Use GDAL and QGIS for spatial data processing.
• Web Map Services (WMS): Learn about querying and drawing maps using WMS.
• Tiled Maps Design: Design and maintain map tiles using GeoServer and Mapnik.

Module Four: Web Mapping APIs

• Google Maps API: Introduction and customization techniques for Google Maps.
• OpenLayers: Explore examples and programming patterns with OpenLayers.

Module Five: Web-based Information Editing and Data Exploration

• Vector Data Management: Work with KML, GeoJSON, and OpenLayers for vector data.
• Open Data and Crowdsourcing: Utilize OpenStreetMap and VGI for open data projects.
• Publishing Maps: Configure and install GeoServer for publishing maps.