Introduction

This course aims to provide scientists and managers with practical experience and ready-to-use skills in analyzing processes in aquatic ecosystems and with the proper tools to integrate ecological knowledge into management of these systems.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

Professionals in the field of environmental science who are interested in ecological water quality and eutrophication processes.

COURSE LEVEL: Foundation

Objectives of the course

1. Critically analyze scientific literature, including interpretation of data in graphs and tables, and evaluation of methodology and conclusions.
2. Develop your own research question and specific objectives designed to answer it.
3. Analyze data using either statistical or modeling techniques to answer your research question.
4. Develop writing skills in the format of a scientific article that presents your research question, the data supporting it, and a discussion of your results, including a review of relevant literature.
5. Communicate in verbal scientific discourse: articulate problems, data interpretation, and conclusions in presentations and informal discussions.

Course Outline

• Development of a critical scientific approach, including study design, statistical analysis and data presentation.
• Analyze scientific literature, including interpretation of data in graphs and tables, and evaluation of methodology and conclusions.
• Analyze data using either statistical or modeling techniques to answer your research question.
• To Develop writing skills in the format of a scientific article that presents your research question, the data supporting it, and a discussion of your results, including a review of relevant literature.
• Articulate problems, data interpretation, and conclusions in presentations and informal discussions.

Course Administration Details:

METHODOLOGY

The instructor led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprise of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professional and trainers in these fields.

All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

ACCREDITATION

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).

TRAINING VENUE

The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments and lunch.

All participants will additionally cater for their, travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

ACCOMMODATION AND AIRPORT PICKUP

Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.

Email:[email protected] or [email protected]

Mob: +254 715 077 817/+250789621067

TAILOR- MADE

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location.

For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254 715 077 817/+250789621067

Mob: +254 792516000, +254 792516010 , +250 789621067 ,or mail [email protected] or [email protected]

PAYMENT

Payment should be transferred to IRES account through bank on or before start of the course.

Send proof of payment to [email protected] or [email protected]

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