Post Graduate Certification Program (PGCP) in GIS & Remote Sensing. [6 Months]
“YOUR CAREER IS OUR RESPONSIBILITY”
Geoinfra Technologies India®
About
The 6-Month Post Graduate Certification Program (PGCP) in GIS & Remote Sensing at Geoinfra Technologies India is a fast-track, career-oriented program designed to build strong foundations in GIS, Remote Sensing, and related geospatial technologies.
Tailored for graduates, postgraduates, researchers, and professionals, this course combines conceptual training with practical applications, enabling learners to gain in-demand skills and apply GIS techniques across industries such as urban planning, environment, agriculture, forestry, disaster management, and infrastructure.
Software & Tools Covered
ArcGIS 10.x | QGIS | ERDAS Imagine | ArcSWAT | Google Earth | Web GIS platforms | Python basics
Who can opt?
This program is open to graduates and postgraduates from disciplines such as Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, Planning, and Computer Science. It is equally suitable for BSc/MSc students, PhD scholars, researchers, and academicians aiming to strengthen their geospatial expertise. Additionally, working professionals seeking career growth, transition, or upskilling are encouraged to join.
What You’ll Learn
Geospatial Foundations: Core concepts of GIS, coordinate systems, spatial data models
GIS Software Applications: ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth, ERDAS Imagine, Web GIS platforms
Data Acquisition & Management: GPS data, surveys, remote sensing datasets, metadata standards
Digitization & Cartography: Map layouts, thematic mapping, cartographic design principles
Spatial Analysis Techniques: Buffer, overlay, proximity, network analysis, interpolation
Remote Sensing Applications: Image interpretation, classification, indices (NDVI, NDWI, NDBI, LST)
Hydrology & Terrain Analysis: DEMs, slope, watershed, flow accumulation, flood risk assessment
Web GIS Development: Interactive maps, dashboards, and online publishing of spatial data
Python for GIS: Basics of Python programming for geospatial automation
Mini Project: Real-world case study to consolidate skills
Table of Contents
Introduction to Geospatial Technology
Overview of GIS, remote sensing, and their applications
Historical development and evolution of geospatial technology
Principles of spatial data, coordinate systems, and map projections
Types of spatial data (vector and raster) and data models
GIS Software and Tools
Introduction to GIS software
Basics of GIS interface and functionality
Data Acquisition and Sources
Data collection methods (GPS, remote sensing, surveys)
Sources of geospatial data (open data, commercial sources)
Georeferencing
Introduction
Load Data
Set Coordinate System
Add Control Points
Rectification
Digitization
Introduction
Shapefile and Geodatabase
Vectorization: Point, line and polygon features
File extensions in shapefile
Editing and advanced editing tools
Components in a shapefile
Attribute table and data creation
Components of Map
Map layouts
Title
Legend
Scale and Cartographic Scale
North Arrow/Compass Rose
Grid Lines and Coordinates
Borders and boundaries, geographic features
Labels and Annotations
Insets
Grid reference, data sources and credits
Thematic Maps
Choropleth Maps
Proportional Symbol Maps
Dot Density Maps
Isopleth Maps
Flow Maps
Heat Maps
Thematic Line Maps
3D Thematic Maps
Spatial Analysis in GIS
Proximity Analysis
Near Analysis
Spatial Join
Network Analysis
Interpolation
Density Analysis
Hotspot Analysis
Data Transformation and Conversion
Vector to Raster
Raster to Vector
Coordinate System Transformation
Merging and Splitting Data
Attribute Data Transformation
Data Extraction and Data Export
Extraction of spatial data from excel sheets
Conversion and editing of GPS data
Web Mapping
Collection and Preparation of Geographic Data
Web Map Libraries
Base maps
Overlay Layers
Interactivity
Geocoding and Search
Data Sharing and Collaboration
Introduction to Remote Sensing
Principles of remote sensing
Electromagnetic spectrum and sensors.
Types of remote sensing platforms (satellites, aerial photography).
Image Interpretation and Classification
Visual interpretation of remotely sensed imagery.
Image classification techniques (supervised and unsupervised)
Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI)
Normalized Difference Water Index (NDWI)
Normalized Difference Built-up Index (NDBI)
Land Surface Temperature (LST)
Snow Cover Index
Burnt Area Index
Geological Indexes
Digital Image Processing
Radiometric Correction
Brightness and Contrast Adjustment
Histogram Equalization
Dynamic Range Adjustment
Geometric Transformation
Image Registration
Orthorectification
Noise Reduction
Pan-sharpening
Terrain Analysis
Introduction
Digital Elevation Model (DEM)
Contour Mapping
Slope Analysis
Aspect Analysis
Visibility Analysis
Terrain Change Detection
Terrain Classification
Geological Transformation Analysis
Line of Sight Analysis
Terrain Profile and Cross-Section Analysis
Terrain-based Suitability Analysis
Advanced Spatial Analysis
Hot spot analysis
Cluster analysis
Spatial interpolation techniques
Hydrology Analysis
Introduction
Importance of Hydrology in water resource management and environmental studies
Implementation of tools for watershed management
Watershed concept and characteristics
Types of watersheds
GIS Data Sources and Data Acquisition
Topographic Data Processing
Flow Accumulation
Flow Direction
Stream Network Analysis
Watershed delineation
Morphometric Analysis
Flood Risk Assessment using GIS Tools
Predictive Modeling
3D Visualization and Analysis
3D modeling
Terrain visualization
Viewshed analysis
3D interpolation
Time Series Analysis
Time-series data handling and analysis
Change detection over time
Trend analysis
Seasonal decomposition
Remote Sensing Applications
Environmental monitoring
Land cover classification and change detection
Remote sensing in agriculture
Forestry and urban planning
LiDAR Data Processing
Introduction to LiDAR data
LiDAR data acquisition methods
LiDAR point cloud processing
Digital Surface Model (DSM) generation
Digital Terrain Model (DTM) generation
LiDAR-based feature extraction
Python Programming
Introduction to Python
Python as a programming language
Setting up a Python development environment
Basic Python Concepts
Variables, data types, and operators
Control structures (if statements, loops)
Functions and libraries
Working with Geospatial Data in Python
Introduction to geospatial libraries
Reading and writing geospatial data formats
Geospatial Visualization in Python
Accessing and manipulating geospatial data with Python
Creating maps and plots using Python libraries
Specialized Applications
Hydrological modeling and analysis
Environmental impact assessment
Disaster management and emergency response
Agricultural monitoring and precision farming
Public health GIS
Project Work
Define Project Objectives
Select Topic and Geographic Area
Data Collection and Preparation
Project Design and Workflow
Spatial Analysis
Analysis Results and Interpretation
Documentation and Submission