ARSET - Fundamentals of Remote Sensing

Description

In this self-paced course, you’ll learn the underlying science behind how remote sensing works and the basic functional characteristics of satellites and sensors. You will explore the kinds of satellite remote sensing data that are available, advantages and disadvantages of remote sensing, and some basic tools to visualize data. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped to begin your journey using NASA’s no-cost, open-access remote sensing data and resources. Fundamentals of Remote Sensing is often a prerequisite for other ARSET trainings.

Now available in English and Spanish!

Note: If you do not already have an account for the ARSET learning management system, you will be prompted to create a free account before you can take this training.

Objective

• Explore ways that satellite remote sensing observations are used to study Earth's systems.
• Recognize which properties of Earth's systems can be observed from space.
• Examine how satellite sensors measure electromagnetic radiation to derive geophysical parameters within the Earth-atmosphere system.
• Identify the range of remote sensing data product levels available as illustrated by diverse case study examples.
• Identify basic methods to work with different levels of remotely sensed data.
• Recognize common strengths and weaknesses of using remote sensing for Earth observations.
• Use the NASA Worldview webtool to access and view a remote sensing dataset for a selected region and time frame.

Target Audience

These trainings are appropriate for professionals and students with no previous experience in remote sensing.

Course Format

• 2-hour self-paced online training
• Earn a certificate of completion