INTRODUCTION
Advances in information technology
have opened exciting new avenues for how research is conducted, with huge
implications to Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E). One of these advances is
the use of Mobile Data Collection (MDC). Instead of collection data on paper
using a pen, which is the manually entered into a database for analysis, data
is input into a device which is then capable of exporting directly into a
centralized database for processing and analysis.
EpiCollect is a suite of tools that
allows data collection using Android mobile devices and data submission to an
online server. This training will equip the participants with skills to author,
field and manage mobile data collection platform using EpiCollect.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
At the end of course participants
should be able to:
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Create a Project website at
EpiCollect.net
·
Use EpiCollect form
builder to design a Form
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Load the Project into the EpiCollect
app on your phone
·
Collect multiple sets of geotagged
data
·
Synchronise data from your phone
with your project website
·
View data using Google Maps and
Google Earth at your Project Website
DURATION
5
Days
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is aimed at organizational staffs who are
conducting field data collection activities.
COURSE CONTENT
Introduction to Mobile based Data
Collection
·
Overview of MDC
·
Benefits and challenges of MDC
·
Different MDC platforms and
technologies
·
GPS concepts
·
Data types
Introduction to EpiCollect
·
Components of EpiCollect 5
·
EpiCollect vs other MDC technologies
·
EpiCollect Case studies
EpiCollect web application
·
Creating a project
·
Adding and editing entries
·
Managing users
·
Mapping data
·
Downloading data
·
Import and Export projects
EpiCollect Form Builder
·
Introduction to form builder
·
Input types
·
Form design
·
Linking forms
·
Form logics
·
Import and export forms
·
Import and export possible answers
EpiCollect mobile app
·
Installation of EpiCollect app on
android and iphone
·
Adding a project
·
Adding an entry
·
Editing entries
·
Saving and uploading entries
·
Downloading entries
·
Sharing images
Integration with other data
platforms
·
Exporting EpiCollect data for
further analysis in Spreadsheet
·
Importing into QGIS
·
Mapping project Photos
·
Preparing GIS project maps
From EpiCollect to visualization
using GIS
·
Spatial Data Infrastructure(SDI)
·
Labelling using multiple fields
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View, Edit attribute data
·
Performing table joins
·
QGIS Plugins
·
Recoding data
·
Performing basic statistical
analysis using QGIS
·
Incorporating Pie Charts and Graphs
in GIS maps
·
Preparing M&E Maps
Publishing into other online
Platforms
·
Publishing into google maps and
fusion tables
Publishing into other online platforms using
qgis2web plugin
GENERAL
NOTES
·
This course is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have
vast experience as expert professionals in the respective fields of practice.
The course is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group works
and case studies.
·
Training manuals and additional reference materials are
provided to the participants.
·
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will
be issued with a certificate.
·
We can also do this as tailor-made course to meet
organization-wide needs. Contact us to find out more: training@skillsforafrica.org
· The training will be conducted at SKILLS FOR AFRICA TRAINING INSTITUTE IN NAIROBI
KENYA.
· The training fee covers
tuition fees, training materials, lunch and training venue. Accommodation and
airport transfer are arranged for our participants upon request.
·
Payment should be sent to our bank account before start of
training and proof of payment sent to: training@skillsforafrica.org
Dates | Fees | Location | Apply |
---|---|---|---|
14/10/2024 - 18/10/2024 | $2950 | Kigali | Physical Class Online Class |
11/11/2024 - 15/11/2024 | $1500 | Mombasa | Physical Class Online Class |
09/12/2024 - 13/12/2024 | $1500 | Nairobi | Physical Class Online Class |