Introduction

This course addresses the relationship of geostatistics with water resources and environmental science. It provides overview of the geostatistical techniques in space/time applications using real data.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

Hydrologists, geoscientists, ecologists

COURSE LEVEL: Foundation

Objectives of the course

• Perform proper and efficient sample statistical assessment and to statistically characterize spatially referenced data
• Know the advantages and disadvantages of stochastic and deterministic geostatistical techniques and to appropriately select and apply the right geostatistical approaches
• Apply effective quantitative analysis of spatial and spatio-temporal data
• Work with real hydrological data and produce efficient and useful maps
• Work comfortably in R programming environment for statistics
• Should be able to choose and describe adequate spatial and spatiotemporal continuity models (variograms) for different applications

Course Outline

• Sample statistical assessment and to statistically characterize spatially referenced data
• Advantages and disadvantages of stochastic and deterministic geostatistical techniques and to appropriately select and apply the right geostatistical approaches
• effective quantitative analysis of spatial and spatio-temporal data
• Work with real hydrological data and produce efficient and useful maps
• Work comfortably in R programming environment for statistics
• Adequate spatial and spatiotemporal continuity models (variograms) for different applications

Course Administration Details:

METHODOLOGY

The instructor led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises 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].  

Mob: +254 715 077 817

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 817or +250 789 621 067

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

PAYMENT

Payment should be transferred to IRES account through bank before the course start date

Send proof of payment to [email protected]

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