The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is providing a free online certificate course on Himalayan Cryosphere for one day, conducted on ISRO’s e-class platform.
What is the Motive of Launching this Course?
ISRO Offering this free course to educate and aware participants of the issues related to climate change and its impact on Himalayan glaciers.
Who can Apply for ISRO’s Free Online Course?
Students in the final year of graduation and postgraduation. Also, the individuals who are working as Technical/ Scientific Staff of Government Ministries/ Researchers at universities/ Institutions can apply.
What will be Taught in ISRO’s One Day Course?
There will be four sessions- overview of geological hazards, elements and dynamics of cryosphere, high mountain hazard in the Himalayas, and Remote sensing applications for cryospheric hazards.
How to Register?
Interested candidates can register from their respective nodal centers, but require approval from the center coordinator. Register candidates will get the login credentials for ISRO LMS.
How to Get Certificate?
Certificate will be awarded to those students who attend at least 70% of each session. The certificate will be available for download in ISRO LMS.