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      Coursera Project Network

      Build Image Quality Inspection using AWS Lookout for Vision

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Amazon Web Services, Image Quality, Computer Vision, Anomaly Detection, Software Quality Assurance, Data Science, Machine Learning, Cloud Computing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Optical Efficiency and Resolution

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Image Quality, Engineering Analysis, Image Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Design Software, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Differential Equations

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      MathWorks

      Introduction to Computer Vision

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Matlab, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Integration, Medical Imaging, Estimation, Machine Learning Methods, Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      Digitalisation in Space Research

      Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Digital Transformation, Environmental Monitoring, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Manufacturing Processes, Big Data, Production Process, Cybersecurity, Spatial Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Threat Detection, Automation, Telecommunications, Technology Strategies, Cloud Computing, Data Storage

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      100 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Indian Institute of Science

      Fundamentals of Sensors

      Skills you'll gain: Biomedical Engineering, Semiconductors, Electronic Systems, Medical Devices, Internet Of Things, Electronic Components, Materials science, Laboratory Experience, Manufacturing Processes

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Columbia University

      Camera and Imaging

      Skills you'll gain: Image Quality, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Photography, Color Theory, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Electronic Components, Semiconductors, Algorithms, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      GIS: Geographic Information Systems for Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Sustainability Reporting, Spatial Data Analysis, Sustainable Business, Spatial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Environmental Monitoring, Data Visualization, Stakeholder Engagement, Trend Analysis, Decision Making

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      MathWorks

      Computer Vision for Engineering and Science

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Matlab, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Motion Graphics, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Visualization (Computer Graphics), Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Integration, Medical Imaging, Data Validation, Estimation, Machine Learning Methods, Performance Tuning, Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      88 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Wind Turbine Sensors

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Electronic Components, Energy and Utilities, Architectural Engineering, System Monitoring, Vibrations, Control Systems, Performance Tuning, Engineering Calculations

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Practical Geospatial Geostatistical Modeling

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Geographic Information Systems, Statistical Analysis, R (Software), Probability & Statistics, Ggplot2, Oil and Gas, Data Analysis, Simulations, Statistical Methods, Rmarkdown, Data Cleansing, Box Plots, Plot (Graphics)

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Drones for Environmental Science

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Laws, Environmental Science, Geospatial Information and Technology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Global Positioning Systems, Research, Data Management, Critical Thinking

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      66 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Systèmes d’Information Géographique - Partie 1

      Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Data Modeling, GIS Software, SQL, Database Design, Spatial Data Analysis, Database Management, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Data Capture, Data Storage

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      285 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular remote sensing courses

    • Build Image Quality Inspection using AWS Lookout for Vision: Coursera Project Network
    • Optical Efficiency and Resolution: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Computer Vision: MathWorks
    • Digitalisation in Space Research: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    • Fundamentals of Sensors: Indian Institute of Science
    • Camera and Imaging: Columbia University
    • GIS: Geographic Information Systems for Sustainability: University of Michigan
    • Computer Vision for Engineering and Science: MathWorks
    • Wind Turbine Sensors: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Practical Geospatial Geostatistical Modeling: Case Western Reserve University

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