Crop Mapping with SAR and Remote Sensing
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What type of data is used in the Applied Remote Sensing Training Program for the area of Angus, Scotland?

  • Thermal infrared data
  • Synthetic-aperture radar (SAR) (correct)
  • Multispectral satellite images
  • Optical imagery

    • On what date was the Pauli RGB data for Angus, Scotland captured?

  • 15th March 2019 (correct)
  • 15th January 2019
  • 15th February 2019
  • 15th April 2019

    • Who is the trainer for the Applied Remote Sensing Training Program?

  • Sarah Johnson
  • Armando Marino (correct)
  • John Smith
  • Michael Wang

    • Which online platform is mentioned for posting Q&A after the webinar?

    <p>Training website (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the indicated practical session in the training program?

    <p>Analysis of a small area (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of NASA's Applied Remote Sensing Training Program (ARSET)?

    <p>To increase the use of Earth science remote sensing and model data in decision-making (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following topics is NOT included in the ARSET trainings?

    <p>Space Mission Planning (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are ARSET's training materials made available to participants?

    <p>They are freely available to use and adapt (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the format of ARSET training structured?

    <p>Three 2.5-hour sessions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of professionals is NOT specifically mentioned as a target audience for ARSET training?

    <p>Community leaders (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which languages is the ARSET content presented?

    <p>English and Spanish (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of training session format does ARSET utilize?

    <p>Both online and in-person options (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required from participants if they use ARSET methods and data?

    <p>Acknowledgment of the ARSET program (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which version of Python should be used to run the provided code?

    <p>Python 3.6 or higher (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of using Anaconda for Python installation?

    <p>It includes most common libraries out of the box. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of Jupyter Notebook?

    <p>It is an editor for scripting and running code in a web interface. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following crops are mentioned in the content?

    <p>Cereals, potatoes, and rapeseed oil (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What purpose does Spyder serve in the Anaconda installation?

    <p>It is a Python editor for scripting. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action can be performed in Jupyter Notebook after it opens?

    <p>Upload scripts using the Upload button. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of training program is mentioned in the content?

    <p>Remote Sensing Training Program (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended first step before engaging with training materials?

    <p>Attempt to solve coding exercises independently. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the due date for the homework assignment?

    <p>April 25, 2023 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a prerequisite for the training program?

    <p>Fundamentals of Remote Sensing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which classification techniques will be learned during the training?

    <p>K-Means and Random Forest classifiers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What will attendees be able to explain after participating in the training?

    <p>How polarimetric parameters are used for crop condition assessment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Approximately when will participants receive their certificate of completion?

    <p>Two months after completing the course (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which date marks the session focused on monitoring crop growth?

    <p>April 11, 2023 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What programming language will be used for machine learning activities in the practical?

    <p>Python (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is part of the training objectives?

    <p>Monitor crop growth using multitemporal PolSAR data (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a necessary step before starting the practical?

    <p>Review materials from a previous training on PolSAR and optical remote sensing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sessions takes place on April 6, 2023?

    <p>Crop Classification with Time Series Optical and Radar Data (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Crop Mapping using Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and Optical Remote Sensing

    • The training program is part of NASA's Applied Sciences Capacity Building Program
    • It aims to empower the global community through online and in-person remote sensing training
    • Topics include water resources, air quality, disasters, and land, climate & energy
    • The program's goal is to increase the use of Earth science remote sensing and model data in decision-making for professionals in the public and private sector, environmental managers, and policymakers
    • All materials are freely available for use and adaptation
    • Training materials and recordings are available from the specified URL
    • Three 2.5-hour sessions are included, with presentations, demonstrations, and question-and-answer sessions
    • The same content will be presented at two different times each day
    • Session A will be presented in English, between 10:00-12:30 EST (UTC-4); Session B is in Spanish, between 13:00-15:30 EST (UTC-4)
    • Homework assignments are submitted via Google Forms and due April 25, 2023
    • A certificate of completion is awarded to those who attend all live webinars and complete the homework assignment on time. Certificates will be sent out approximately two months after the end of the course.

    Training Outline

    • April 4, 2023: Crop Classification with Time Series of Polarimetric SAR Data
    • April 6, 2023: Crop Classification with Time Series Optical and Radar Data
    • April 11, 2023: Monitoring Crop Growth Through SAR-Derived Crop Structural Parameters

    Training Objectives

    • Explain how polarimetric parameters are used for crop condition assessment
    • Demonstrate how to perform Sentinel-1 SAR preprocessing to derive quasi polarimetric parameters
    • Perform a calibration of a SAR-based vegetation index to NDVI
    • Monitor crop growth with multitemporal polarimetric SAR (PolSAR) data from Sentinel-1
    • Examine crop growth using a canopy structure dynamic model and time series of Sentinel-1 imagery
    • Classify crop type using a time series of radar and optical imagery (Sentinel-1 & Sentinel-2)

    Prerequisites

    • Fundamentals of Remote Sensing
    • Agricultural Crop Classification with Synthetic Aperture Radar and Optical Remote Sensing
    • Mapping Crops and their Biophysical Characteristics with Polarimetric SAR and Optical Remote Sensing
    • Python programming skills are necessary

    Python

    • Python is a programming language for efficient and integrated system operations
    • The training uses Python 3.x
    • The suggested Python environment is Anaconda
    • A tutorial for Python 3.x is referenced

    Jupyter Notebook

    • Anaconda will install Jupyter Notebook, with the icon appearing in the Start Menu (Windows)
    • Jupyter Notebook is a web-based application
    • Scripts can be uploaded via the "Upload" button

    Spyder

    • Anaconda installs the Spyder Python editor
    • Spyder is a useful tool when scripting operational/automatic processing stacks

    Data: Sentinel-1 ESA; Location: Angus, Scotland

    • The data is from Sentinel-1, ESA and covers the Angus region of Scotland
    • This small area of Scotland is the focus of the practical session
    • Crops in the region include cereals, potatoes, and rapeseed oil are predominantly observed
    • Images will be shown in "Pauli RGB" format

    Contacts/Training Information

    • Training contact information including the name, email address, and training webpage link are listed
    • An ARSET (Applied Remote Sensing Training Program) website address for further information is given
    • Twitter account for the program is provided
    • A list of sister programs is shown

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    Join NASA's training program focused on Crop Mapping utilizing Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and Optical Remote Sensing. The sessions aim to enhance decision-making among professionals in environmental management through practical demonstrations and discussions in both English and Spanish. All materials are freely available for adaptation and use.

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