This free online course by Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), sponsored by ISRO, is for students interested in learning about remote sensing techniques and their various applications. Read on to know the eligibility criteria and course details.
Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), an institute under ISRO, is offering free training programs in remote sensing technologies.
The course aims to help students understand the nuances of remote sensing technology and its applications in geological analysis and exploration.
Things to know
- Masters of Science specializing in Earth Sciences or related fields; B.Tech graduates in Civil Engineering, Geology, or Mining Engineering; And scientific staff, faculty and researchers of Central/State Government Universities and Institutions can apply.
- The course will deal with the multifaceted applications of remote sensing in the geological sciences – including mapping, monitoring, and characterization of natural resources.
- Applicants should have basic knowledge of Remote Sensing and GIS (Geographic Information System).
- Course study materials such as lecture slides, video recorded lectures, open source software, and handouts of demonstrations will be uploaded to the e-class portal.
- Completion/participation certificates will be awarded to students who attend 70% sessions of the course.
- The class will be conducted over five days from March 11 to 15, 2024.
- There is no course fee to participate in the program.
- The course will cover the following topics – overview of RS and GIS applications in geology, glacial dynamics, cryospheric studies, geo-environmental applications, mineral targeting and exploration, landslide initiation process mapping and modeling, GNSS, geophysics and integrated approach. Geology, and planetary exploration with special emphasis on ISRO missions using advanced remote sensing techniques.
How to apply?
For more information, read on Official Notice.
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