Training on Field GIS and Mobile Data Collection (Survey123, FieldMaps and ODK)
Course Overview
Field GIS & Mobile Data Collection equips professionals with practical skills to design, deploy, and manage mobile data collection systems for GIS applications. Participants will learn to configure and optimize tools like Survey123, FieldMaps, and ODK to capture accurate geospatial data for operational decision-making in various field contexts. The course emphasizes real-time data integration, accuracy, and efficiency in field-based GIS workflows.
The training covers planning and designing mobile surveys, setting up offline data collection, synchronization with enterprise GIS platforms, and ensuring data quality. Participants will explore best practices for integrating collected field data into dashboards, spatial analytics, and decision-support systems, enabling evidence-based planning and monitoring. Emphasis is placed on hands-on exercises to develop practical experience in diverse field environments.
Through case studies and applied projects, attendees will gain the ability to manage small- to large-scale field operations, optimize resource allocation, and improve monitoring and reporting. By the end of the 5-day program, participants will be proficient in leveraging mobile GIS tools to support data-driven field operations, improve accuracy, and enhance organizational decision-making.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
• GIS and mapping professionals
• Field survey coordinators
• Monitoring & evaluation officers
• Environmental specialists
• Engineers and infrastructure planners
• Data collection project managers
• NGO, humanitarian, and development practitioners
Course Impact
Personal Impact
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Enhances technical capability in digital field operations
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Improves accuracy, efficiency, and reporting of field surveys
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Builds confidence in managing real-time mobile data systems
Organizational Impact
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Streamlines field survey workflows
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Enhances data-driven planning and monitoring
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Reduces errors and manual processes in data capture
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Design and implement mobile data collection workflows
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Use Survey123, FieldMaps, and ODK for spatial data capture
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Manage offline data, GPS accuracy, and field coordination
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Perform data validation, synchronization, and integration into GIS systems
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Apply collected data for mapping, reporting, and decision support
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Field GIS & Mobile Data Technologies
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Fundamentals of field GIS and digital data collection
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Overview of Survey123, FieldMaps, and ODK
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Field operations planning and data requirements
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GPS accuracy, device configuration, and connectivity
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Case Study: Designing a field survey for disaster risk assessment
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Practical Exercise:Develop a basic field GIS survey framework
Module 2: Survey123 Form Creation and Deployment
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Form design using XLSForm and ArcGIS Survey123 Connect
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Spatial data capture using smart forms and geopoints
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Offline data collection strategies
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Deployment and sharing to field teams
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Case Study:Mobile survey for infrastructure asset mapping
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Practical Exercise:Create and deploy a custom Survey123 form
Module 3: FieldMaps for Geospatial Data Collection
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Configuring FieldMaps for map-based capture
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Integrating with ArcGIS Online / Enterprise
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Collecting, editing, and updating features in the field
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Attachment and media capture (photos, video, remarks)
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Case Study:Field asset inspection using FieldMaps
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Practical Exercise: Set up a FieldMaps data collection project
Module 4: Using ODK for Large Scale Field Operations
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ODK form development using XLSForm
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Data synchronization using ODK Central / KoboToolbox
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Real-time field team monitoring
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Automated quality checks and validation
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Case Study: Mobile survey for social-economic household mapping
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Practical Exercise:Deploy a functional ODK form with georeferencing
Module 5: Data Integration, Analysis & Reporting
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Synchronizing data to GIS platforms
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Cleaning and validating field data
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Dashboard creation and reporting
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Exporting results for decision-making and presentations
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Case Study: Operational decision-making using real-time field data
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Practical Exercise:Integrate field data into a GIS dashboard
Prerequisites
Course Administration and Investment
Whether you join us in a physical boardroom or through our virtual campus, we’ve designed every administrative detail for a seamless, professional experience.
Our fees are all inclusive during course hours.
- Covered: High level tuition, comprehensive materials (digital + physical), mid morning and afternoon refreshments, a full executive lunch, and any scheduled study visits or site tours.
- Not covered: Travel, visa fees, medical/travel insurance, personal expenses, and accommodation.
From registration to the classroom, we keep things clear and efficient.
- Registration: Find your preferred schedule, click “Register,” complete the form, and submit. Need help? Talk to us directly.
- Pre Course Assessment: After registering, you’ll receive a diagnostic survey to help facilitators tailor content to your needs.
- Joining Instructions: Once fees are paid, you’ll receive a Delegate Welcome Pack at least 7 days before the start date (venue maps, virtual access links, and pre reading materials).
We provide premium environments optimized for adult learning and networking.
- Physical Venues: Premium 4 star and 5 star executive boardrooms across our global host cities, with high tier catering.
- Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT): High definition, interactive platforms featuring breakout rooms, digital whiteboards, and live technical support.
- NITA and Regulatory Compliance: Administrative processes align with national training authorities.
You’ll leave with tools that extend the course value far beyond the final day.
- ForElite Learner Kit: A physical or digital course manual, proprietary templates, and a curated toolkit of industry standard SOPs.
- On Site / In App Support: Dedicated course coordinators handle technical, dietary, or logistical inquiries in real time.
We validate your commitment to excellence with internationally recognized credentials.
- Attendance Tracking: Rigorous daily logging to meet corporate and regulatory accreditation requirements.
- Verifiable Credentials: Upon successful completion, you receive a certificate of course completion.
Our relationship with you doesn’t end when the course closes.
- Feedback & ROI Reporting: Detailed post course evaluations to give sponsors clear insight into training impact.
- Alumni Network Access: Every delegate joins the ForElite Alumni Network for ongoing peer to peer learning and exclusive webinars.
When is the next intake?
UpdatedWe offer customized training solutions tailored to your organization's specific needs (location, dates, content and team size).
Talk to us and we’ll guide you on the best schedule and format for your team.
Training Methodology
We turn knowledge into results. Using our P.E.A.K. Framework (Prepare, Engage, Apply, Know), every participant leaves with practical skills they can use immediately.
Proven Impact
In the last 12 months, over 1,200 professionals have applied the P.E.A.K. Framework to reduce onboarding time by an average of 30% and accelerate project delivery across 14 industries.
The outcome: Participants don’t just learn. They gain the tools, confidence, and strategy to drive measurable impact.
Tailor-Made Training and Customization
Off-the-shelf solutions rarely fit perfectly. At ForElite Training Institute, we built our Tailor-Made Training (TMT) service to embed our expertise directly into your unique strategy, culture, and operations.
We replace generic examples with scenarios from your sector (e.g., public sector, NGOs, financial services, or logistics).
Choose a format that fits your operations: intensive 3 day bootcamps or weekly sessions that minimize work disruption.
We teach directly from your actual templates, brand guidelines, or financial reports.
Host your bespoke training in any of our 21+ global cities, or we'll send facilitators to your office anywhere in the world.
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