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Discover & Foundation

Grasp infrastructure types, project lifecycles and urban needs.

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Build & Specialize

Use BIM, digital twins and real time monitoring tools.

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Innovate & Apply

Optimize infrastructure using smart sensors and analytics.

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Lead & Transform

Lead green, smart and inclusive infrastructure initiatives.

Infrastructure

Understanding Essential of Digital Spatial Ecosystems

This 8-week course equips urban professionals with critical skills in surveying, remote sensing, intelligent transport systems, and spatial data integration to design robust, datadriven digital infrastructure layers for smarter, more resilient cities.

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Infrastructure

Understanding Essential of Digital Spatial Ecosystems

This 8-week course equips urban professionals with critical skills in surveying, remote sensing, intelligent transport systems, and spatial data integration to design robust, datadriven digital infrastructure layers for smarter, more resilient cities.

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Program Structure

Learning Format

Pre-recorded Modules + Weekly Live Q&A

Duration

8 Week

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Key Points

Why Attend This Course

Master the foundational tools powering digital urban ecosystems—from geospatial tech to intelligent transport systems. This course fills critical industry gaps by training professionals in real-time data, remote sensing, and integrated digital infrastructure strategies.

Career Options

Opportunities include Digital Infrastructure Analyst, Geospatial Data Specialist, ITMS Consultant, Smart Mobility Planner, Urban Tech Integrator, or roles in civic digitization and digital governance projects.

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Course Overview

Week 0
Free Demo – Foundations of the Digital Spatial World
Pre-recorded Session (Free):
  • Overview of spatial data in urban governance
  • Relevance of digital mapping, sensors & AI for city systems
  • Intro walkthrough: DGPS, satellite maps, transport dashboards
  • What’s ahead in the course – module trailer
Live Q&A:
  • Get to know the instructors
  • Ask about tools, use cases, learner backgrounds
Week 1
Basics of Surveying Techniques
Pre-recorded Modules:
  • Introduction to DGPS, drone photogrammetry
  • Aerial & terrestrial LiDAR workflows
  • Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) for sub-surface detection
  • Comparative advantages of each technique
Hands-on Activity:
  • Sensor simulation: LiDAR & GPR walkthroughs (videobased)
  • Short task: Choose right sensor for a given scenario
Live Q&A:
  • Use cases of GPR in Indian cities
  • Common field mistakes and cost implications
Week 2
Remote Sensing Literacy
Pre-recorded Modules:
  • Basics of satellite orbits, image types (optical, radar, thermal)
  • Satellite data sources (ISRO, ESA, NASA, commercial)
  • Common indices (NDVI, NDBI, etc.) for urban applications
  • Concept of “Ground Station as a Service” (GSaaS)
GIS Lab Exercise:
  • Image classification using free remote sensing tools
  • Case: Urban heat island analysis
Live Q&A:
  • Clarify how to access and process open satellite data
Week 3
Intelligent Transport Management Systems (ITMS)
Pre-recorded Modules:
  • Introduction to ITMS and transport control centers
  • What is SCOOT and legacy modeling tools
  • 5G and edge computing for signal control
  • Modal split and transport simulations
  • Urban logistics and parking system tools
Lab/Simulation:
  • Demo dashboard: simulate modal shift, signal delay
  • Short assignment: Identify potential ITMS upgrade for your city
Live Q&A:
  • Problems with implementation at city scale
  • Balancing tech & legacy systems
Week 4
ITMS – Applied Strategies & Big Data
Pre-recorded Modules:
  • Asset management via transport data
  • CCTV camera integration & surveillance in transport
  • Parking management strategies and tech
  • Big data analytics in traffic bottleneck prediction
Practice Task:
  • Read a traffic dataset and visualize bottlenecks
  • Map-based dashboard exploration
Live Q&A:
  • Examples of successful ITMS projects in Tier 2 cities
  • What to consider when proposing such systems to ULBs
Week 5
Advanced Spatial Infrastructure Systems
Pre-recorded Modules:
  • Converging subsurface + surface + sensor data
  • Use of digital twins in city utility mapping
  • Multi-layered urban maps for planning
Tool Practice:
  • Layering data using Web GIS tools
  • Problem-based task: Design a layer architecture for your city’s stormwater and cable system
Live Q&A:
  • Mapping common errors in underground utilities projects
  • Legal hurdles in open spatial mapping
Week 6
Industry Case Studies – Applied Learnings
Pre-recorded Modules:
  • Delhi Underground Utilities Mapping
  • Singapore Digital Underground Project
  • Mumbai & Ahmedabad ITMS Models
  • Urban Surveillance: Public safety + infrastructure
Learning Tasks:
  • Reflective worksheet: What can your city learn from these projects?
  • Draft concept note for replicating one innovation locally
Live Panel Q&A:
  • Guest speakers from industry / government
  • Crowdsource questions for experts
Week 7-8
Knowledge Synthesis & Spatial Planning Capstone
Week 7 – Pre-recorded Modules:
  • Integrating spatial sensing + satellite + transport planning
  • Building spatial governance layers for better urban decisions
  • Best practices for spatial data ethics and governance
Week 8 – Final Project Submission:
  • Capstone: Prepare a concept paper with sensor+satellite+dashboard planning for one urban system (e.g., stormwater, traffic, surveillance, asset mapping)
  • Visual or dashboard prototype (optional)
Final Live Q&A:
  • Feedback on project directions
  • Closing remarks + career prospects in digital spatial roles
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Diamond City of India

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