ISRO free online course on remote sensing technology is being offered to interested school students who are above 8th standard
ISRO free online course on remote sensing technology is being offered to interested school students who are above 8th standard. This online course has been announced for school students who are interested to learn about remote sensing and geo information science. Any school student above 8th standard with a basic understanding of science and mathematics can apply for the course. Scientists and engineers from various centres of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will conduct classes for the students who will opt for the course.
Organizations all across the world have now realized the importance of remote sensing as a key technology tool for the collection, storage and analysis of spatially referenced data. This data is being used by these organizations for resource planning and decision making. All these factors have contributed towards the creation and launch of this technology- oriented program by ISRO. Remote sensing technology is finding its way into more and more classrooms, as satellite images allow students to gain knowledge by actually looking at something what otherwise was being taught only theoretically.
What the ISRO Free Online Course on Remote Sensing Technology Will Cover?
The course will cover the basics of remote sensing technology as mandated by the NCERT syllabus. Students will get an understanding of remote sensing definition, its applications, physics behind remote sensing, various terms such as resolution, orbit, and swath as part of the curriculum.
A list of the concepts that will be covered as a part of the program is given below:
- Introduction to remote sensing.
- Stages in remote sensing.
- Electromagnetic radiation (EMR).
- Geostationay and sun synchronous satellites.
- Type of remote sensors.
- Multispectral scanner.
- Resolutions.
- Resolving power of satellites.
- Data products.
- Interpretation of satellite imageries.
- Difference between active and passive sensors.
- Categorization of remotely sensed data products.
- Elements of image interpretation nature of satellite imagery and how it can be used to monitor environmental issues.
ISRO has stated that the course will be made engaging for the students, with the use of simple language, images and animations.
How to Register for ISRO Free Online Course?
Interested students will first have to register on the official website by entering their personal details such as name, email, phone number, and country among others. Participants will then be able to take the course being offered as part of the Antriksh Jigyasa initiative of ISRO. The course is intended to engage secondary and higher secondary students.
