Influence of Clouds and Precipitation
Introduction:
This module focuses on how microwave sensors provide atmospheric moisture and precipitation information against different surface backgrounds (land vs. ocean). The four products introduced are Total Precipitable Water (TPW), Cloud Liquid Water (CLW), Rain Rate (RR), and Liquid Equivalent Snowfall Rate (SFR). Example single channel imagery is presented for both tropical cyclone analysis and thunderstorms over land.
Training Session Options:
NOAA/NWS students – to begin the training, use the web-based video, YouTube video, or audio playback options below (if present for this session). Certificates of completion for NOAA/NWS employees can be obtained by accessing the session via the Commerce Learning Center.
References / Additional Links:
Talking points are available for this lesson and may be printed out to easily review the session in detail at any time.
PDF version of this training module
Microwave Remote Sensing: Clouds, Precipitation, and Water Vapor
A First Course in Atmospheric Radiation, 2nd Ed. (Petty 2006)
This Course has no Prerequisites
Contact:
Bernie Connell
Bernie.Connell@colostate.edu
NUCAPS Soundings
Introduction:
This short lesson describes how NUCAPS Soundings are created from VIIRS Infrared and ATMS Microwave imagery on Suomi NPP and JPSS-1 (now NOAA-20), how the data are provided to AWIPS and how the data can be modified if necessary. Several examples of how the data can be used in Decision Support are included.
Training Session Options:
NOAA/NWS students – to begin the training, use the web-based video, YouTube video, or audio playback options below (if present for this session). Certificates of completion for NOAA/NWS employees can be obtained by accessing the session via the Commerce Learning Center.
- Web-Based Video
- YouTube Video:
Past Versions:
2018 Version:
References/Additional Links:
This Course has no Prerequisites
Contact:
Scott Lindstrom
scottl@ssec.wisc.edu
Uses of VIIRS Imagery
Introduction:
This short lesson details ways in which VIIRS data can complement the better temporal resolution of GOES-R Series data. Specifically, it discussed how Day Night Band imagery can be used to find low-level circulation centers at night, how Moonglint can aid in wind analyses, how near-infrared data can help with river flooding estimates. Fog Detection and Fire Detection are also discussed.
Training Session Options:
NOAA/NWS students – to begin the training, use the web-based video, YouTube video, or audio playback options below (if present for this session). Certificates of completion for NOAA/NWS employees can be obtained by accessing the session via the Commerce Learning Center.
- Web-Based Video
- YouTube Video:
Past Versions:
2018 Version:
References / Additional Links:
Contact:
Scott Lindstrom
scottl@ssec.wisc.edu
NASA GPM Overview
Introduction:
This short lesson describes key features of the Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM) mission. This includes its data products and an explanation of their potential impact on forecast operations.
Training Session Options:
There are multiple training session options available, to begin the training, use either the Web-based video, MP4 video, or Youtube video link below. If you are experiencing slow connectivity, we recommend the Youtube video option. Be sure to have your speakers on and the volume loud enough to hear the presentation.
Contact:
The CrIS and ATMS Sounders
This Course has no Prerequisites
Contact:
Microwave Surface Emissivity
Introduction:
This module describes differences in microwave emissivity that aid in the characterization of land surfaces, snow and ice cover, and water surfaces. Example imagery is used to highlight strengths and limitations of single channels, and to identify microwave products that are incorporated into numerical weather prediction models.
Training Session Options:
NOAA/NWS students – to begin the training, use the web-based video, YouTube video, or audio playback options below (if present for this session). Certificates of completion for NOAA/NWS employees can be obtained by accessing the session via the Commerce Learning Center.
References / Additional Links:
- Talking points are available for this lesson and may be printed out to easily review the session in detail at any time.
- Powerpoint file
- PDF version of this training module
- Microwave Remote Sensing: Land and Ocean Surface Applications, 2nd Edition
- A First Course in Atmospheric Radiation, 2nd Ed. (Petty 2006)
- Microwave Remote Sensing Resources
This Course has no Prerequisites
Contact:
Bernie Connell
Bernie.Connell@colostate.edu
Oxygen and Water Vapor Absorption Bands
Introduction:
This module provides a brief overview of the oxygen and water vapor absorption regions in the microwave spectrum. Example imagery illustrates how microwave channels located within these absorption regions can be used to determine atmospheric temperature and moisture profiles.
Training Session Options:
NOAA/NWS students – to begin the training, use the web-based video, YouTube video, or audio playback options below (if present for this session). Certificates of completion for NOAA/NWS employees can be obtained by accessing the session via the Commerce Learning Center.
References / Additional Links:
- Talking points are available for this lesson and may be printed out to easily review the session in detail at any time.
- Powerpoint file
- PDF version of this training module
- Microwave Remote Sensing: Clouds, Precipitation, and Water Vapor
- A First Course in Atmospheric Radiation, 2nd Ed. (Petty 2006)
- Satellite Meteorology: An Introduction (Kidder and Vonder Haar 1995)
Contact:
Bernie Connell
Bernie.Connell@colostate.edu
Introduction to Microwave Remote Sensing
Introduction:
This module covers basic microwave remote sensing with a focus on passive sensing, putting into perspective how microwave remote sensing complements visible and infrared observation. Example imagery is used to compare common microwave frequency channels and how they are interpreted, as well as introduce products that are possible with microwave observations.
Training Session Options:
NOAA/NWS students – to begin the training, use the web-based video, YouTube video, or audio playback options below (if present for this session). Certificates of completion for NOAA/NWS employees can be obtained by accessing the session via the Commerce Learning Center.
References / Additional Links:
- Talking points are available for this lesson and may be printed out to easily review the session in detail at any time.
- Powerpoint file
- PDF version of this training module.
- Microwave Remote Sensing: Overview (2nd Edition)
- Basics of Visible and Infrared Remote Sensing
- SatFC-G Basic Principles of Radiation
- book: A First Course in Atmospheric Radiation, 2nd Ed. (Petty 2006)
- book: Satellite Meteorology: An Introduction (Kidder and Vonder Haar 1995)
- Satellite Microwave Poem
Contact:
Bernie Connell
Bernie.Connell@colostate.edu