ISRO Offers Free Online Courses for School Children

The training is being organized by ISRO's Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS). Any student from the eighth grade through graduation is eligible to enroll.

In the remote sensing course, students will learn:

• An Overview of Remote Sensing

• Remote Sensing Stages

• EMR stands for Electromagnetic Radiation (EMR)

• Satellites that orbit the Earth and are synchronised with the Sun

• Remote Sensor Types

• Resolutions of Multispectral Scanners

• Resolving satellite power issues

• Data Services

• Satellite Image Interpretation

Students will learn about remote sensing and geoinformation science in the Basics of Remote Sensing Technology course. The course was created in accordance with the NCERT curriculum. Students who enrol will learn from scientists and engineers employed by various ISRO centres.

The Geographic Information and Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) course introduces students to the fundamental concepts and applications of geoformation science. The NCERT curriculum includes an introduction to the geographic information system and its benefits, the distinction between spatial and non-spatial data, how to list the parts of a GIS, and its application.

Students will also learn the definition of remote sensing, its applications, the physics involved, the difference between active and passive sensors, and other important aspects of remote sensing.

Applicants will also learn about the classification of remotely sensed data products, image interpretation elements, the nature of satellite imagery, and how it can be used to monitor environmental issues. Students can refer to this link for more information.

• Geographic Information System (GIS)

• Advantages of GIS

• Components of GIS

• Spatial Data Formats - Raster and Vector Data

• Sequences of GIS Activities.

• Data Verification and Editing

• Geographic Data: Linkages and Matching

• Scanners

• Entering Attribute Data

• Geographical Analysis

• Operations for Spatial Analysis

Students enrolled in graduate courses with science and math as core subjects will be eligible to enrol in this course, as it requires an understanding of advanced mathematics. The course aims to educate secondary and upper-secondary students about geographic information science and how it can be used to analyze the Earth and its surroundings through engaging lectures.

Steps to apply for ISRO's online course?

Step 1: Go to the ISRO's official website at jigyasa.iirs.gov.in/login and register for the free course. Please supply the requested information.

Step 2: If selected, students must obtain prior approval from their school or college.

Step 3: Eligible students will be notified of the date and time of the online course via email.