INTRODUCTION TO REMOTE SENSING & BASIC OPERATION
The Remote Sensing, also known as Teledetection, is the process of acquiring information about an object or area without physical contact, typically by using sensors on satellites, aircraft or drones. It involves detecting and measuring energy reflected or emitted by the object or area, and then analyzing the data to understand its characteristics.
Upon completion of this Topic1, participants will be able to:
a) Understanding the concept of Remote Sensing, how it works and the importance of observing and analyzing the Earth from space.
b) Understanding how remote sensing sensors collect data about an object or area without physical contact by detecting and measuring electromagnetic radiation, either emitted or reflected by the target.
c) Explain the classification and characteristics of active and passive sensors, relying on external sources like sunlight, or active, emitting their own signals and analyzing the returned data.
d) Recognize how geostationary and heliostationary satellites are used in remote sensing and their usefulness in data collection and analysis, especially for climate and environmental studies.
e) Understand how satellite images are characterized by the type of sensor resolution and sensitivity, defining the level of detail as well as the wavelength and frequency used to capture the images.
Ms. Mirella Díaz Núñez is a Geographic Engineer with a Master's degree in Geographic Information Technology and co-author of the publication "Geospatial Information Management: A Guide to Good Practices for the Implementation of Institutional Spatial Data Infrastructures." More than 13 years of experience in geospatial and georeferenced data applied to territorial analysis and disaster risk management, through the generation of digital cartography, georeferenced databases, raster and vector information, thematic maps, cartographic conditioning, thematic modeling, organization of working groups, and optimization in product development. Experience and high level of proficiency in digital, analog, and alphanumeric cartographic development programs, using remote sensing tools and geographic information systems to improve information management and support decision-making.
To provide information on remote sensing, focusing on data acquisition through observation of the Earth and other planetary bodies using remote instruments on space platforms such as satellites, drones, and aircraft that detect and record reflected or emitted energy, providing a global perspective and enabling better knowledge-based decision-making about the current and future state of our planet.
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Availability: 2025-01-01 from to 2025-12-31
Mode: ONLINE RECORDED
Topics: 2
Lecturers: 2
Vacancies: 10
