ISRO Announces FREE 1-Day Workshop on “Understanding Cryospheric
Hazards” in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS) for students of a final-year undergraduate course or postgraduate course (any year) and citizens of India.
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About the ISRO Announces FREE 1-Day Workshop
Currently, ISRO announces FREE 1-Day workshop on “Understanding Cryospheric
Hazards” is scheduled on 6th Sept 2024.
Studies of the Himalayan cryosphere have gained global importance due to the impact of climate change on Himalayan glaciers and snow cover compared to its consequences on all major river basins of the Himalayas, affecting almost 1.5 billion people.
Emerging issues include the impact of melting glaciers and snow that lead to the formation of many new lakes, some of which are at serious risk due to potential Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOF). A relatively new phenomenon has appeared, namely the melting of permafrost and the dangers associated with it.
Due to changing precipitation patterns, including extreme precipitation, many avalanche zones and avalanche channels have experienced massive debris slides. The workshop aims to address high mountain hazards with a focus on the cryospheric hazards of the Himalayas.
Curriculum of ISRO Announces FREE 1-Day Workshop
Expected Outcome of ISRO Announces FREE 1-Day Workshop
This one-day workshop is expected to improve the understanding of the emerging problems of the Himalayan cryosphere in a comprehensive way, mainly related to glacier hazards, glacier dynamics, glacial lake dynamics, permafrost, landform dynamics, snow cover dynamics and debris flow. This helps researchers and former students to add new dimensions and understanding to higher and professional education.
Target Participants for ISRO Announces FREE 1-Day Workshop
Applicants who wish to take part in the course must be students of final-year
undergraduate course or postgraduate course (any year) and citizens of India.
Course Pre-requisite to Attend ISRO Announces FREE 1-Day Workshop
Basic concepts of Earth Science.
Course Study Material
Learning materials for courses such as lecture slides, video recording lectures, open source software and handouts presentations etc. are provided through the e-classroom. Video lectures will also be provided on e-class .
Course Fee for Attending ISRO Announces FREE 1-Day Workshop
There is no course fee for attending this workshop.
Course Registration
Course updates and other details will be available on URL.
Registered through Nodal Center
- Registration of a participant must be approved by the central coordinator of the node.
- Participants can register and view their application status through the URL.
- If the application is pending approval, participants are advised to contact the Center Coordinator of each node.
Registered as “Individual registrations”
Participants are automatically verified upon individual registration. All registered participants will be provided login details in ISRO Learning Management System (LMS).
Course Funding & Technical Support
The programme is sponsored by Indian Space Research Organisation, Department of Space, Government of India.
Programme Reception
The program can be accessed through IIRS-ISRO classroom platform using internet connection. No special equipment/software is required. However, a good internet connection is recommended at the user’s end.
To run the program in the classroom, the following equipment is required:
• Desktop computer with webcam microphone and speaker output or laptop computer with camera microphone and audio output.
• Large screen/screen/TV.
Important links for ISRO Announces FREE 1-Day Workshop
To participate in this program, interested organizations / universities / groups / institutions should indicate the coordinator at the end. The designated coordinator will register their institution as a nodal center on the IIRS website.
Award of Certificate
Registered through Nodal centres: On 70%attendance, students will be awarded “Courses Participation Certificate.”
Individual Registration: A “Courses Participation Certificate” will be awarded to the person who spends 70% of the hours per session in the ISRO LMS course.
Seats are limited. Registration will be done on a first-come, first-served basis.
FAQ’s
1. What is the ISRO Announces FREE 1-Day Workshop about?
The workshop focuses on “Understanding Cryospheric Hazards,” particularly the emerging issues related to the Himalayan cryosphere, including glacier dynamics, glacial lake dynamics, permafrost, snow cover dynamics, and debris flow.
2. Who is organizing this workshop?
The workshop is organized by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS).
3. When is the workshop scheduled?
The workshop is scheduled for September 6, 2024.
4. Who can participate in this workshop?
Participants must be final-year undergraduate students or postgraduate students (any year) and citizens of India.
5. What is the prerequisite for attending ISRO Announces FREE 1-Day Workshop?
Participants should have basic knowledge of Earth Science.
6. Is there any fee for attending the workshop?
No, there is no course fee for attending this workshop.
7. How can one register for the ISRO Announces FREE 1-Day Workshop?
Participants can register through two modes:
Through Nodal Centers: Registration must be approved by the central coordinator of the node. Participants can view their application status online. If pending, they should contact their Center Coordinator.
Individual Registrations: Participants are automatically verified upon registration, and they will receive login details for the ISRO Learning Management System (LMS).
8. What is the mode of delivery for the workshop?
The workshop will be delivered online through the IIRS-ISRO classroom platform, and a good internet connection is recommended.
9. Will there be any study materials provided?
Yes, participants will receive learning materials such as lecture slides, video recordings, presentations, and open-source software through the e-classroom.
10. What equipment is needed to attend the workshop?
Participants need a desktop computer with a webcam, microphone, speaker output, or a laptop with a camera, microphone, and audio output. A large screen, projector, or TV is also recommended for group viewing.
11. Will participants receive a certificate for attending the workshop?
Yes, participants will be awarded a “Course Participation Certificate” upon 70% attendance. Certificates are awarded differently based on the mode of registration (Nodal Centers or Individual Registration).
