Lesson 4: Infrared Image Interpretation

Objective

1. Know the advantages and disadvantages of infared satellite image
2. Be able to identify basic cloud types in infrared images
3. Be able to identify basic storm systems in infrared images
4. Demonstrate basic intellectual knowledge necessary to interpret satellite observations.
5. Transfers knowledge and principles of radiative transfer to satellite imagery

Prerequisite

1. Understanding of the RTE applicable to infrared spectral region.

Background Material

Practice Session

Assessment

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