Introduction to Remote Sensing and Hands-on Disaster Management Applications

This blended learning course, part of the SpaceSUITE Project, equips professionals with essential skills in remote sensing, focusing on disaster management applications such as flood mapping using radar data. Combining EO College's "Land in Focus – Basics of Remote Sensing" with live training, the course offers a flexible, rapid upskilling solution for those working in natural hazard risk assessment. Please note that the hands-on session will be available only to participants who have completed the online course. 

Who Should Take This Course?
Ideal for professionals like data analysts working in natural hazards, this course builds foundational Earth Observation (EO) skills, particularly in disaster response.

Course Structure:

1. Self-Paced Learning – Introduction to Remote Sensing
   Duration: 1-2 weeks
   Core Topics:
   • Remote sensing fundamentals
   • Data acquisition techniques (passive/active)
   • Image analysis and processing
     Course Link: EO College MOOC: Land in Focus - Basics of Remote Sensing.
     Please note that registration with EO College is required.
2. Live Training – Hands-on Disaster Management Applications
   Duration: 2 hours (1-2 days after course completion)
   
   Focus: 
   • Flood mapping with radar data
   • Practical exercises using SNAP, QGIS
   • Introduction to drought and fire monitoring techniques

Learning Objectives:

• Master remote sensing basics
• Apply radar data for flood mapping
• Integrate EO data into disaster management models

Timeline:

• Self-Paced Learning: 1-2 weeks, from 28 October to 22 November
• Live Training: 27 November 2024 at 15:00 CET

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