GIS for Crime Mapping and Public Safety

GIS for Crime Mapping and Public Safety

INTRODUCTION

Crime analysis is a law enforcement function that involves systematic analysis for identifying and analyzing patterns and trends in crime and disorder. Information on patterns can help law enforcement agencies deploy resources in a more effective manner, and assist detectives in identifying and apprehending suspects.

The training is meant to synthesize current concepts mostly of Geographical Information systems and mapping and technological advancements in the field of crime analysis.

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

Staff of public and private security and public safety agencies and organizations. Chief security officers of private and public organizations. Private security guards, researchers and students in public safety sector.

REQUIREMENTS

No prior knowledge of GIS is required. Participants will be working on their own laptop with Quantum GIS (QGIS).

COURSE OBJECTIVE

At the end of the training, the participants will have a deep understanding of:

  • GIS and mapping terminology
  • Application of GIS in crime analysis and mapping
  • Application of GIS in crime solving
  • Geocoding of spatial data
  • Analysis of spatial data related to crime

SUMMARY OF COURSE OUTLINE

Module 1

  • Definition of Core terms
  • Types of Crime Analysis
  • Crime Analysis Model

Module 2: Introduction to Crime Analysis Mapping

  • Historical Overview
  • Types of Mapping
  • Crime Analysis Mapping
  • GIS Components
  • Data of geographic features
  • GIS toolbox
  • Visual display/mapping
  • Querying GIS data
  • Map Scanning and Conversion
  • Geo-Referencing
  • Digitizing
  • Creation of Point Map
  • Database Design
  • Buffer Zone Generation, Queries and Crime Pattern Analyses

Module 3: Introduction to Problem Solving

  • Definition of Problem Solving
  • SARA Approach to Problem Solving
  • Crime Analysis and Problem Solving

Module 4: Data and Geocoding

  • Types of Data
  • Tabular Data
  • Geographic Data
  • General Data Integrity Issues
  • Data Management
  • Metadata
  • Geocoding
  • The geocoding process

Module 5: Spatial Analysis Techniques

  • Single Symbol Mapping
  • Categorization
  • Intensity mapping
  • Graduated Mapping
    • Graduation By Size
    • Graduation By Color
  • Classification Methods

Module 6: Crime Analysis Product Format and Dissemination

  • Factors to Consider
  • Methods of Dissemination
  • Components of Crime Analysis Products
  • Types of Crime Analysis Products
  • General Crime Analysis Product Elements
  • Map Design Elements

 

TRAINING APPROACH

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.

CERTIFICATION

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a certificate of completion. 

DURATION

5 Days 

TRAINING VENUE

The training will be held at Geographic Integrated Services Ltd Training Hall, 26, Oduyemi Street, Anifowoshe, Off Obafemi Awolowo Way, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria 100261

TAILOR- MADE

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our office or at a convenient location.

For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: 08034542221, or info@gisng.com

Training Fee

The training fee is N175,000.00 and covers tuition fees, learning materials, and lunch.

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