Professional qualifications
- Experienced in geology and geophysical field data collection and mapping
- GIS and Remote Sensing data Analysis specialist with advanced skills in image analysis and spatial modeling using GIS software
- Skilled in Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA)
- Proven organizational and fieldwork planning skills
- Advanced skills in multispectral satellite image analysis and interpretation
- Experienced in geodatabase management and environmental modeling
- Quick adaptability and capable of working in a multicultural environment
- Skilled in 3D modeling using geophysical data
Education
- Sep. 2018-to-Date: PhD in Engineering Geology- University of Nairobi
- Sep. 2012 – March 2014: MSc. In GeoInformation Science (GIS) and Earth Observation; specialized in Engineering & Environmental Geology; Cert. 14-03-2014- University of Twente
- Sep. 2007 – June 2011: B.Sc. in General Geology, Cert. 09-09-2011- University of Nairobi
Relevant courses: Exploration Geophysics, Engineering Geology, Stratigraphy, Environmental Geology, Sedimentary petrology, Structural Geology
Publications (articles)
- In preparation: Trends in geoscience education and professional training in Kenya
- 2018 Kamau, S. M.,& Kebenei, M. (2018).Mapping and Quantification of Land degradation for the period 2000 to 2015 in Makueni County using Remote Sensing Technique, RC2018Conference Proceeding; Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development
- 2017 Kamau, S.M.,& Mutati, M. (2017). Identification of suitable sites for sand dams in Kitui South using Multi-Criteria Approach;International Journal for GIS and Remote Sensing
- 2015 Kamau, S. M. (2015). Spatial modeling of the groundseismic response at varied regolith depthsin Balakot – Muzaffarabad area in Pakistan, MSc. Thesis, University of Twente, Enschede, The Netherlands.
- 2013 Kamau, S. M.,& Adhikari, B.R. (2013). Pre-Feasibility Study of Circular Tunnel for Physics Particle Research in the Falset region, Spain, Tunnels and Underground Space Technology, pp. 45.
- 2012 Kamau, S. M., Gicheru, C., Njahia, J., & Omollo, L. (2012). Hydrogeological modelling of Merti Aquifer in Isiolo County, Kenya. Technical Report
- 2011 Kamau, S. M., (2011). Reservoir rock characterization of Lamu Basin along Kenyan Coastal area. University of Nairobi, Geology Repository
- 2010 Kamau, S. M., (2010). Geology of Ielanthi-Nzalae Area in Kithyoko, Machakos-Kitui County, Kenya, Technical Report