Welcome to TrainCLIM

TrainCLIM is a software-supported training package. It consists of a hard-wired(as opposed to an open-framework) model and supportive manuals, training modules and exercises. For the purpose of training simulations, the models and materials are designed around fictitious places. The materials provided in the TrainCLIM package are geared to tertiary level study. Modules are designed to expand the students thinking through the integration of concepts that have both environmental and developmental ramifications in a climate changed world. Examples of modules can be downloaded for viewing.

• TrainCLIM is designed for two purposes: introducing new users to the powerful modeling capacity of CLIMsystems products; and, teaching through the use of a hands-on set of tools important concepts required when assessing vulnerability to climate change and adaptation options.
• Exercises can be accessed from the CLIMsystems download page that permit the user to work through scenarios of climate change in order to rapidly gain understanding of the concepts and themes in vulnerability and adaptation assessments.
• One need not be an expert in climate science to gain benefits from using TrainCLIM. The extensive on-line help assists people new to the field to quickly grow their knowledge base.
• The Halava Islands, a fictitious island nation, is used as the vehicle for driving the concepts of climate change, variability and adaptation. This model has been used extensively, around the world, with great success.
• We encourage individuals with an interest in climate change, lecturers involved in the teaching of climate and global environmental change, government departments tasked with understanding and planning for adaptation to climate change, and others to join the TrainCLIM family.