1. Other important points and additional resources
Session 11 –
Other important points and additional resources
Sokna Sek – MOH/DPHI
Leng Ing – MOH/DPHI
Sat Chab – MOH/DPHI
Steeve Ebener – HGLC
Izay Pantanilla – HGLC

2. Defining the vocabulary
GIS: Esri online GIS dictionary:
GIS: wiki.GIS.com:
Also important to have a dictionary covering the concerned thematic area (Malaria, MNH,…)

3. Definition for some terms we used these past days
Map: A drawing of the Earth's surface, or part of that surface, showing the shape and position of different countries, political borders, natural features such as rivers and mountains, and artificial features such as roads and buildings
Physical Geography: The study of the natural features of the Earth, such as mountains and rivers
Geospatial/Spatial data: information about the locations and shapes of geographic features and the relationships between them, usually stored as coordinates and topology
Geographic data: Information describing the location and attributes of things, including their shapes and representation. Geographic data is the composite of spatial data and attribute data.
Geographic Information: Spatial and/or geographic data organized and presented to create some value and to answer questions
Geographic Information System (GIS): An integrated collection of computer software and data used to view and manage information about geographic places, analyze spatial relationships, and model spatial processes

4. Thematic mapping is part of the HIS geo-enabling framework
Used across levels
PHDs contributing to its correctness and regular update
Maintained at the
central level and used by the whole health sector
Developed in collaboration
with all stakeholders and maintained at the central level
Maintained across levels
Central level

5. The vision behind the geo-enablement of the HIS
Passing from this…
…to this
Each information system is using a different geography and not being able benefiting from the power of geospatial data and technologies
All the information systems use the same geography which does not only reduce duplication of efforts but also allow using geography as a common neutral integrating platform across programs

6. HIS geo-enabling implemented in Myanmar
National health Plan
Vision and needs
Data model and data specifications
Pilot
project
Guidelines and master lists
Training &
Equipment

7. Additional Resources Sokna Sek – MOH/DPHI Leng Ing – MOH/DPHI
Sat Chap – MOH/DPHI
Steeve Ebener – HGLC
Izay Pantanilla – HGLC

8. QGIS Website
The QGIS website provides learning resources for their users.
A Gentle Introduction to GIS (
QGIS User Guide
(PDF and online:
QGIS Training Manual
(PDF and online:

9. Other QGIS Reference Materials
An Introduction to QGIS from North River Geographic Systems

10. Other QGIS Reference Materials
Aside from their own materials, QGIS also lists other FREE training material:
NOTE: If you have free QGIS training material/s, you can have it listed in the QGIS website.
QGIS Tutorials and Tips website:
QGIS Video Tutorials:
YouTube has a lot of video tutorials for different QGIS topics:
…. including in Khmer:

11. Online course https://foss4geo.wordpress.com/
Offers certification for $50

12. DPHI HIS geo-enabling team
Sokna Sek
Deputy chief of HIS
Sat Chab
Data monitoring officer
Leng Ing
IT Officer

13. Health GeoLab Collaborative
Steeve Ebener
Head of the Management Office
Izay Pantanilla

14. Thank you for your attention
We hope these three days have been useful to you
Remember to regularly practice and don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions !