Objectives / Scope

Based on lessons learned from past climate-induced disasters, the aim of CoE is to strengthen and enhance the capacity of individuals and communities by fostering knowledge, skills, and preparedness to multiple hazards that ultimately will contribute to developing societies to withstand effectively and recover from the impact of disasters.

Mission

To enable the beneficiaries with prevailing knowledge and past experiences of climate change induced disasters for combating with the consequences of hazards.

Vision

Resilient infrastructure and communities to withstand, prepare for, respond to and recover from the impacts of disasters.

Course Profile

Dedicated Listeners

• Disaster Management, Environment & Planning Officials
• NGO & INGO Staff working in Pre & Post-Disaster Scenarios
• Managers from Private sectors related to Infrastructure, Agriculture, Power & Energy
• Research Scholars in the Field of Disaster Management, Environmental Sciences, Geography, Regional Planning & Development Studies

Course Objectives

Attaining in-depth knowledge of:

• Science of Climate Change
• Assessment of Hazard, Vulnerability & Capacity
• Integration of DRR in Developmental Plans
• Use of GIS & RS for Risk Assessment

Methodology

• Interactive Lectures
• Workshops for Identification of associated hazard threats
• Analysis of Global & Local Case Studies
• GIS & RS based Mapping Practices
• Simulation Drills & Scenario Planning
• Lab Exercises
• Real-time Disaster Assessments for Effective Response
• Group Discussions

Course Modules

• Introduction to Climate Change & Disasters
• Risk Assessment & Hazard Mapping
• Risk Reduction & Adaptation Strategies
• Preparedness, Response & Recovery
• Financing & Mainstreaming Resilience