Dates & Location
19 to 30 March 2018 – Online
16 to 20 April 2018 – Riga, Latvia
This event is hosted by the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre – LEGMC.
Event Description
The key objective of this Workshop is to
– Search and Order Copernicus Marine Data via EUMETSAT
– Apply basic functionalities of SNAP and other relevant software tools (including scripting languages) with regards to CMDS
– Select from the Copernicus Marine Data Stream appropriate products for specific tasks, where the tasks should be brought by the participants
– Investigate the potential of Copernicus Marine Data for participants tasks, using SNAP and /or scripting languages, such as Python.
Expected Learning Outcomes
Participants will learn
– To access / download data and products provided in the Copernicus Marine Data Stream (CODA, EUMETSAT Data archive, EUMETCast)
– What data and products the Copernicus Marine Data Stream provides (variables, timeliness, resolution, data format, etc.)
– To work with Copernicus Marine Data in SNAP and / or scripting languages, such Python.
– To use data / products from the CMDS for their purposes through development of mini-projects and discussion of future work plans.
Target Audience
The workshop is dedicated to, but not restricted, (early carrier) scientists in Europe: Master / PhD students, Post-Docs, and experienced scientists with an interest in working with satellite based ocean observation data. Participants should have some working experience in SNAP and/or a scripting language such as Python (or similar).
Application
The deadline for application is 31, January 2018. Unfortunately, applications cannot be accepted after this date.
As the number of participants is limited to 20, the nomination will only be accepted if the online questionnaire is completed by the nominee. The selected participants will be informed about their acceptance no later than 9, February 2018. Limited funds are available, to cover travel and accommodation expenses. Please indicate on the application if financial support is required.
Selection process
Participants will be selected based on their scientific background knowledge and their motivation to used Copernicus Marine Data in the future. This will be evaluated based on the questionnaire, to be filled in during the application process.
Format
This is a blended course, with an online phase prior to the classroom phase in Riga
Language
ENGLISH
Registration Link for the registration page: http://training.eumetsat.int/course/view.php?id=158 . Those selected will be informed by 09, February 2018.
Costs
For the classroom phase, EUMETSAT can support a limited number of participants with travel or/and accommodation, this must be indicated at the time of application.
There is no course fee.
Lunches during the course will be covered by EUMETSAT.
Participants are highly encouraged to bring their own laptops. The number of participants is limited to 20.
Travel and Medical Insurance: the participants are advised to have personal travel and medical insurance. EUMETSAT or LEGMC cannot accept responsibility for any incident during the course.
Registration Deadline
31 January 2018
Contact copernicus.training@eumetsat.int
In order to apply to the course please go to the EUMETSAT Training Zone http://training.eumetsat.int/:
1. If you already have an account please enter your username and password to log in and if you don’t have one please create a new user clicking on the hyperlink “Create an account” and follow the procedure. Once the account has been created please log in;
2. Click on “Apply for Courses” on the upper-right menu;
3. Choose the course you want to apply and using the hyperlink below it, fill in and submit the application form;
4. If you have any problems, please contact the Copernicus Training Team for assistance (copernicus.training@eumetsat.int).