LiDAR Course Overview
About the Course
LiDAR, which stands for Light Detection and Ranging, is a revolutionary
technology used to capture precise, high-resolution 3D data. By utilizing
specialized sensors, LiDAR generates a collection of three-dimensional points
that provide extremely accurate measurements. This makes it a cost-effective
solution for producing vast amounts of detailed data. LiDAR is widely used in
terrain mapping, with airborne LiDAR being especially popular due to its
exceptional detail. Ground-based LiDAR is also becoming more common as
off-the-shelf data becomes more accessible, while spaceborne LiDAR satellites
offer unique atmospheric data on a global scale.
This comprehensive course covers the fundamental principles of LiDAR, various types of LiDAR sensors and platforms, methods for viewing and processing LiDAR data, and the diverse applications of LiDAR technology. Participants will acquire essential skills for leveraging commercial LiDAR data across numerous applications, including topographic mapping, vegetation characterization, and 3D modeling of urban infrastructure.
Course Schedule
- Dates: August 5-16, 2024
Course Content
The
course will cover the following topics in depth:
- Introduction to LiDAR Remote
Sensing:
Understand the basic principles and technology behind LiDAR.
- Aerial LiDAR Data
Acquisition and Processing: Learn how to collect and process data from
aerial platforms.
- UAV LiDAR: Explore the use of
unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for LiDAR data collection.
- Spaceborne LiDAR Systems: Discover the applications
and benefits of LiDAR systems on satellites.
- Terrestrial Laser Scanning: Gain insights into
ground-based LiDAR and its applications.
- Case Studies: Review real-world examples
of LiDAR applications.
- Demonstrations on Data
Visualization and Processing: Participate in hands-on demonstrations to
visualize and process LiDAR data.
Target Participants
This course is tailored for professionals seeking to utilize LiDAR data in
various applications, as well as students and researchers in disciplines like
civil engineering, surveying, geography, architecture, geoinformatics, and
geomatics.
Course Study Material
The course will be delivered through the IIRS-ISRO e-class platform,
accessible via the internet. No specific hardware or software is required,
although a stable internet connection is recommended. Participants will need a
desktop computer or laptop with a web camera, microphone, and speakers. Course
materials, including lecture slides, video lectures, open-source software, and
demonstration handouts, will be available online.
Registration and Certification
- No Course Fee: The course
is free to attend.
- Registration: Registration
is on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Through Nodal Centers:
Institutions must register with a coordinator. Participants with 70%
attendance and at least 40% in the online exam will receive a
"Course Merit Certificate."
- Individual Registration:
Automatic approval for individual registrations, with a "Course
Participation Certificate" awarded for 70% attendance.
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Additional Information
The course is sponsored by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO),
Department of Space, Government of India. Participants will benefit from
high-quality training and materials provided by experts in the field. This
course offers a unique opportunity to develop skills in LiDAR technology and
apply them to various professional and academic projects.
Programme Reception
The course can be received through the IIRS-ISRO e-class platform using
internet connectivity. For classroom settings, the following hardware is
recommended:
- Desktop
computer or laptop with a web camera, microphone, and speakers
- Large
display screen/projector/TV
Award of Certificate
- Nodal Centers: Students
registered through nodal centers must have 70% attendance and score at
least 40% in the online exam to receive a "Course Merit
Certificate."
- Individual Registration:
All individual participants who maintain 70% attendance will receive a
"Course Participation Certificate."
