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This Training of Trainers (ToT) is designed for GIS practitioners who wish to learn various technical applications of spatial planning as part of CWIS planning. A prior understanding of GIS software is a prerequisite for both trainers and trainees involved in ...

For optimal understanding and application of this training module, it is crucial that the outlined steps are diligently followed. The training can be delivered both in-person and via an online platform. As a prerequisite, participants should have pre-installe...

Training Moule Name Practical Session / Live Workshop No of hours Suggested Days I Building initial understanding Limited 3 hours 1 days II Open GIS data Extractions Process Framework High 12 hours 4 days III Geospatial Assessments for CWIS Planni...

Output Maps Data Layer 1. Base map Administrative boundary   Water bodies   Road/Rail network   Land-use   Building footprints   Building uses   Ward-wise population 2. Waterlogged Risk mapping Elevati...

Stepwise Process Flow Details Step 1: Access the Data Source o Start by visiting the Google Open Buildings website at https://sites.research.google/open-buildings/ https://sites.research.google/open-buildings/ o Here you'll find all necessary resources, ...

Figure 3 Illustrations of built-up extractions, Dhanbad (India). Source – Dhanbad spatial analysis, Innpact Solutions and GWSC

Stepwise Process Flow Details Step 1: Load the Study Area Boundary in QGIS o Start your QGIS software and load the boundary file of your study area. You can do this by clicking on "Layer" in the top menu, then selecting "Add Layer" > "Add Vector Layer" a...

Figure 4 Illustrations of road network extracted from open source, Tarabo (Bangladesh):                                                                                                         Source – CWIS spatial analysis, Innpact Solutions and GWSC

Stepwise Process Flow Details Step 1: Download OpenStreetMap (OSM) Data for Your Study Area o Start by loading your study area in QGIS and using the OSM Downloader plugin to download the OSM data for your area of interest, as explained in the previous steps...

Figure 5 Illustrations of extracted water bodies map, Ranchi (India) Source – CWIS spatial analysis, Innpact Solutions and GWSC

Stepwise Process Flow Details Step 1: Install the SRTM Downloader Plugin o Open QGIS. o Go to the Plugins menu. o Select "Manage and Install Plugins." o In the Plugins dialog, search for "SRTM Downloader." o Click on the plugin and then click the "Install P...

Figure 6 Illustrations of extracted elevation profile, Ranchi (India) Source – CWIS spatial analysis, Innpact Solutions and GWSC

Data Requirements Road Network with road width or categories Building footprint and type of building

Step 1: Prepare the Data o Gather geospatial data on building locations and road networks in compatible formats, such as shapefiles or geodatabases. Step 2: Overlay Data o Open QGIS and add the building and road network layers to your project. o Ensure that...

The output here provides a clear understanding of the settlements accessible by large and small volume trucks. It pinpoints areas requiring additional infrastructure such as pipes and electric pumps and identifies inaccessible areas where manual or electric sm...

Data Requirements Elevation data Waterbodies/ Rivers Past Flood data with location High Flood Line for rivers

Step 1: Import Data o Open QGIS and load your Digital Elevation Model (DEM) data representing the topography of the study area. o Import building data and any other relevant spatial data layers, such as rivers, flood-prone areas, and historical flood level...

Areas with waterlogging risks present operational challenges for the smooth functioning of toilet units. These challenges include toilet back-flow and non-functional soak pits. Understanding such risk areas may aid in understanding such risk hot spots on at ...

Data Requirements 1.     Elevation data 2.     Waterbodies/ Rivers

Step-by-step instructions in paragraph form for identifying natural drainage network and catchment areas from DEM using QGIS Hydrology tools: Step 1: Load the DEM for the Study Area o Open QGIS and add the DEM layer to your project by navigating to 'Laye...