With this GIS Postgraduate certificate in Environmental Modeling you will get a step further in your professional career in the field of Engineering”

Prevention and safety management in the event of natural disasters are fundamental for human beings. For this reason, many technology companies have made significant efforts to develop systems that make it possible to analyze different situation models using different techniques. The result is the boost in the use of geographic information systems for forecasting, for example, the development of a fire, the impact of volcanic eruption lava flows or urban management.

Thanks to this progress, engineering professionals have tremendously useful tools for the effective implementation of their projects. Likewise, the continuous innovations in this field make their knowledge indispensable to advance in any career path. For this reason, TECH has created this Postgraduate certificate in GIS Environmental Modeling, which seeks to provide students with the essential learning they need to thrive in their field.

A program taught exclusively online and with innovative didactic resources, with which you can easily delve into geographic databases, the most widely used computer programs today, as well as the resolution of environmental problems through a GIS. Also, thanks to the Relearning method, based on the reiteration of content, you can delve in a much more agile way through the use of mathematical models in Environmental Sciences.

The professionals are, therefore, before an excellent opportunity to advance in their field of work with a university program, which can be taken whenever you want, from a computer or tablet with Internet connection. In addition, this Postgraduate certificate is flexible, as it allows students to distribute the course load according to their needs and to make it compatible with their personal responsibilities.

Obtain in only 12 weeks the most advanced and current knowledge about Geographic Information Systems and their use for the improvement of the environment”

This Postgraduate certificate in GIS in Environmental Modeling contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of case studies presented by experts of Environmental Engineering
• The graphic, schematic and eminently practical contents of the book provide technical and practical information on those disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This academic option will take you in a much more dynamic way to learn about the different practical applications of raster data”

The program includes, in its teaching staff, professionals from the sector who bring to this program the experience of their work, in addition to recognized specialists from prestigious reference societies and universities.

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professionals with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which the professionals must try to solve the different professional practice situations that are presented throughout the academic course. For this purpose, students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Enroll now in a 100% online Postgraduate certificate, designed for demanding professionals who wish to combine quality education with their responsibilitiesw"

Thanks to the knowledge acquired on modeling, you will be able to provide solutions to the different existing environmental problems"

The course of study of this university program has been designed to offer in only 6 weeks, the most relevant technical information about GIS in environmental models. To do this, students will have video summaries of each topic, videos in detail, complementary readings and case studies. All this designed specifically for this program in which they will be able to acquire the necessary knowledge for the elaboration of maps, which contribute to a better management of environmental events or real-time location of urban spaces.

A specialized teaching team has developed simulations of case studies that will lead you to a better understanding of the applications of Graphic Information Systems”

Module 1. Geographical Information Systems

1.1. Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

1.1.1. Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
1.1.2. Differences Between CAD and a GIC
1.1.3. Types of Data Visualizers (Heavy or Light Clients)
1.1.4. Types of Geographical Data
1.1.5. Geographic Information
1.1.6. Geographical Representations

1.2. Visualization of Elements in QGIS

1.2.1. QGIC Installation
1.2.2. Visualization of Data with QGIS
1.2.3. Labelled Data with QGIS
1.2.4. Overlaying Layers of Different Coverages with QGIS
1.2.5. Maps

1.2.5.1. Parts of a Map

1.2.6. Printing a Plan with QGIS

1.3. Vector Model

1.3.1. Types of Vector Geometries
1.3.2. Attribute Tables
1.3.3. Topology

1.3.3.1. Topological Rules
1.3.3.2. Application of Topologies in QGIS
1.3.3.3. Application of Database Topologies

1.4. Vector Model. Operators

1.4.1. Functional Criteria
1.4.2. Spatial Analysis Operators
1.4.3. Examples of Geospatial Operations

1.5. Generation of a Data Model with a Database

1.5.1. Installation of PostgreSQL and POSTGIS
1.5.2. Creation of a Geospatial Database with PGAdmin
1.5.3. Elements Creation
1.5.4. Geospatial Consultations with POSTGIS
1.5.5. Visualization of Elements of a Database with QGIS
1.5.6. Maps Server

1.5.6.1. Types and Creation of Maps Server with Geoserver
1.5.6.2. Types of WMS/WFS Data Services
1.5.6.3. Visualization of Services in QGIS

1.6. Raster Model

1.6.1. Raster Model
1.6.2. Color Bands
1.6.3. Storage in Databases
1.6.4. Raster Calculator
1.6.5. Image Pyramids

1.7. Raster Model. Surgery

1.7.1. Image Georeferencing

1.7.1.1. Control Points

1.7.2. Raster Functionalities

1.7.2.1. Surface Functions
1.7.2.2. Distance Function
1.7.2.3. Reclassification Functions
1.7.2.4. Superposition Analysis Functions
1.7.2.5. Statistical Analysis Functions
1.7.2.6. Selection Functions

1.7.3. Loading Raster Data into a Database

1.8. Practical Applications of Raster Data

1.8.1. Application in the Agrarian Sector
1.8.2. Treatment of Digital Assessment Models
1.8.3. Automation of Element Classification on a Raster
1.8.4. Treatment of LIDAR Data

1.9. Regulations

1.9.1. Cartography Standards

1.9.1.1. OGC
1.9.1.2. ISO
1.9.1.3. CEN
1.9.1.4. AENOR
1.9.1.5. State Cartography

1.9.2. Inspire

1.9.2.1. Principles
1.9.2.2. Annexes

1.9.3. Lisige

1.10. Open Data

1.10.1. Open Street Maps (OSM)

1.10.1.1. Cartographic Editing and Community

1.10.2. Obtaining Free Vectorial Cartography
1.10.3. Obtaining Free Raster Cartography

Module 2. Modeling Environmental Systems

2.1. Models, Computation and Environment

2.1.1. Introduction to Scale and Complexity Problems
2.1.2. Presenting Alternatives to Computer Modeling and Environmental Simulation Processes

2.2. Introduction to R

2.2.1. Program R
2.2.2. R Applications in Modeling

2.3. Systems and Systems Analysis

2.3.1. Main Types of Systems Analysis in Environmental Sciences

2.4. Models and Modeling

2.4.1. Types of Models
2.4.2. Components
2.4.3. Modeling Phases

2.5. Parameter Estimation, Model Validation and Sensitivity Analysis

2.5.1. Estimate
2.5.2. Validation
2.5.3. Sensitivity Analysis

2.6. Algorithm and Programming

2.6.1. Flowcharts and Language
2.6.2. Forrester Diagrams

2.7. Applications

2.7.1. Formulating and Implementing Simple Models: Surface Radiation
2.7.2. Generalized Linear Models in the Environment
2.7.3. DaisyWorld: Work Method

2.8. Mathematical Concepts in Modeling

2.8.1. Random Variables
2.8.2. Probability Models
2.8.3. Regression Models
2.8.4. Models in Differential Equations

2.9. Conditions, Iterations and Repeatability

2.9.1. Definition of Concepts
2.9.2. Applying Iterations and Repeatability to Environmental Models

2.10. Functions and Recursion

2.10.1. Function Construction to Obtain Reusable Modular Codes
2.10.2. Introducing Recursion as a Programming Technique

Advance your professional career with a Postgraduate certificate that will allow you to apply environmental systems modeling in your projects”