Boost your knowledge about the essential measurement techniques for observing the state of our planet. This professional certificate program covers how you can use data from various sensors to better understand our living planet and how it changes.
This entry level program takes you on a virtual journey covering different earth observation tools and techniques which objectives are to find the answers to questions like: Will this year be the hottest year ever? What is the current rate of global sea level rise? How fast is the rain forest disappearing? Where do we find water on our planet? Should we worry about rising sea levels? Can we predict climate change? Our experts will give you first-hand insights on why, where, and how those techniques are used and they will show you how sensors work in space, on aircrafts, and on the ground.
By the end of this program, you will be able to assess and evaluate statements made in research reports and in media. This means you will be able to take an active role in discussions and research that involve the environment and climate change.
