Introduction

In this course you will learn the basics of remote sensing in the context of water management applications, which data you can use for water resources applications as well as how to carry out a basic water assessment using remote sensing datasets.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

water professionals with a technical background and a strong interest in new techniques for water resources monitoring.

COURSE LEVEL: Foundation

Objectives of the course

1. Explain the basic principles and characteristics of the different types of remote sensing and their suitability for water management applications.
2. Use different remote sensing products with GIS software to perform basic spatio-temporal analysis.
3. Assess the accuracy of remote sensing data relative to other datasets
4. Compile different remote sensing and other global datasets to perform a basic analysis of the water resources conditions in a river basin, identify possible issues and propose solutions in terms of management and monitoring

Course Outline

1. Basic principles and characteristics of the different types of remote sensing and their suitability for water management applications.
2. Use of different remote sensing products with GIS software to perform basic spatio-temporal analysis.
3. Assessing the accuracy of remote sensing data relative to other datasets
4. Compiling different remote sensing and other global datasets to perform a basic analysis of the water resources conditions in a river basin, identify possible issues and propose solutions in terms of management and monitoring

Course Administration Details:

ACCREDITATION

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).

TRAINING VENUE

The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments and lunch.

All participants will additionally cater for their, travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

ACCOMMODATION AND AIRPORT PICKUP

Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.

Email:[email protected].  

Mob: +254 715 077 817/+250789621067

TAILOR- MADE

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location.

For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254 715 077 817/+250789621067.

Mob: +254 792516000, +254 792516010 ,or mail [email protected]/[email protected]

PAYMENT

Payment should be transferred to IRES account through bank on or before start of the course

Send proof of payment to [email protected]/[email protected]

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