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Application of GIS in Water Network Systems

Application of GIS in Water Network Systems

Master GISWATER for professional water network management, analysis, and planning



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Course Overview

An 8-week comprehensive program to master GIS applications in water network systems using GISWATER

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the fundamentals of GIS in water network systems
  • Learn to install and configure GISWATER, PostgreSQL, and PostGIS
  • Gain expertise in connecting GISWATER with QGIS and digitizing network data
  • Master different GISWATER user functionalities, including editing, operations, maintenance, and hydraulic modeling
  • Learn best practices in water network data management, analysis, and reporting
  • Acquire skills to develop and implement GIS solutions for water distribution systems

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Responsible Geoffrey Kirui
Last Update 04/01/2025
Completion Time 18 hours
Members 2
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Module 3: Digitizing Water Network Information in QGIS

Introduction to spatial data in GISWATER, creating and managing network layers, and digitizing pipelines, nodes, reservoirs, and valves.

Module Topics

  • Introduction to spatial data in GISWATER
  • Creating and managing water network layers
  • Digitizing pipelines, nodes, reservoirs, and valves
  • Importing and exporting GIS data
  • Quality control for digitized water networks

Activities

  1. Creating a new water network project in GISWATER
  2. 2.Digitizing water mains and service connections
  3. Adding network nodes, valves, and other features
  4. Importing data from CAD or other GIS formats
  5. Quality checking digitized networks

Learning Outcomes

  • Create a complete water network model in GISWATER
  • Digitize all required network elements accurately
  • Import existing data from various formats
  • Implement quality control procedures for network data

Assessment

Weekly Assignment

Practical exercise applying the concepts learned in this module. Due at the end of the week.


Module Quiz

Multiple-choice quiz covering the theoretical aspects of the module. Must be completed before moving to the next module.

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Module 3: Digitizing Water Network Information in QGIS
Preview

Introduction to spatial data in GISWATER, creating and managing network layers, and digitizing pipelines, nodes, reservoirs, and valves.

Module Topics

  • Introduction to spatial data in GISWATER
  • Creating and managing water network layers
  • Digitizing pipelines, nodes, reservoirs, and valves
  • Importing and exporting GIS data
  • Quality control for digitized water networks

Activities

  1. Creating a new water network project in GISWATER
  2. 2.Digitizing water mains and service connections
  3. Adding network nodes, valves, and other features
  4. Importing data from CAD or other GIS formats
  5. Quality checking digitized networks

Learning Outcomes

  • Create a complete water network model in GISWATER
  • Digitize all required network elements accurately
  • Import existing data from various formats
  • Implement quality control procedures for network data

Assessment

Weekly Assignment

Practical exercise applying the concepts learned in this module. Due at the end of the week.


Module Quiz

Multiple-choice quiz covering the theoretical aspects of the module. Must be completed before moving to the next module.

Module 1: Introduction to GIS in Water Network Systems
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Overview of GIS applications in water distribution, role of GIS in water resource planning and management, and understanding GISWATER features and benefits.

Module Topics

  • Overview of GIS applications in water distribution
  • Role of GIS in water resource planning and management
  • Understanding GISWATER: Features and benefits
  • Case studies of successful GIS implementation in water utilities

Activities

  • 1.Introduction to water network components in GIS
  • 2.Exploring example water network datasets
  • 3.Analyzing GIS applications in different water utility scenarios
  • 4.Group discussion on GIS benefits for water management

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the role of GIS in water network management
  • Recognize the potential benefits of GISWATER implementation
  • Identify key water network components for GIS representation
  • Appreciate the value of spatial data in water resource planning

Assessment

Weekly Assignment

Practical exercise applying the concepts learned in this module. Due at the end of the week.


Module Quiz

Multiple-choice quiz covering the theoretical aspects of the module. Must be completed before moving to the next module