Engr. Raven C. Tabiongan

Mar. 06, 2023

GIS Training Workshop for Samar State University Personnel and Faculties

The Planning Management Office (PMO) and the Samar Island GIS and Data Analytics Center (SIGISDAC) Staff conducted a Training Workshop on Geographic Information System (GIS), Remote Sensing (RS), and Drone Mapping at the Oriental Hotel in Palo Leyte. The workshop was attended by selected personnel and faculties of Samar State University.

The objectives of the Training Workshop were twofold: to enhance the Land Use Development and Infrastructure Plan of Samar State University, and to capacitate participants on the fundamental concepts of GIS, RS, Drone Mapping and their applications.

Geographic Information System (GIS) is a system designed to capture, store, manipulate, analyze, manage, and present spatial or geographical data. Remote Sensing (RS) is the science of acquiring information about the Earth's surface without physically being in contact with it. Drone Mapping, on the other hand, involves the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to capture aerial data.

The application of GIS, RS, and Drone Mapping in the planning and management of land use and infrastructure development is crucial in the attainment of sustainable development goals. Through the use of these technologies, planners can analyze and interpret spatial data, identify potential areas for development, and make informed decisions about land use and infrastructure.

The training workshop aimed to capacitate participants on the fundamental concepts of GIS, RS, and Drone Mapping and their applications. The workshop provided an overview of the basic principles of these technologies, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation. The participants were also introduced to the different types of software and tools used in GIS, RS, and Drone Mapping.

The training workshop was also an opportunity for the participants to gain hands-on experience in the use of these technologies. They were given the chance to practice data collection, analysis, and interpretation using GIS software and to operate drones for mapping purposes.

Overall, the training workshop was a success in achieving its objectives. The participants were able to enhance their knowledge and skills in the use of GIS, RS, and Drone Mapping, and the application of these technologies in the planning and management of land use and infrastructure development. The training workshop was a significant step in capacitating the personnel and faculties of Samar State University to be at the forefront of sustainable development planning and management in the region.