Global Certificate in Space-Based Positioning and Navigation
-- viewing nowThe Global Certificate in Space-Based Positioning and Navigation course is a comprehensive program designed to equip learners with essential skills in satellite navigation systems. This course emphasizes the importance of Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) like GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo, which are critical in numerous industries such as transportation, agriculture, defense, and telecommunications.
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• Space-Based Positioning and Navigation Fundamentals: Introduction to Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), principles of satellite positioning and navigation, GNSS signal structure, and error sources.
• GNSS Signal Processing: GNSS signal acquisition, tracking, and measurement techniques, carrier phase and code measurements, and multipath mitigation.
• Precise Point Positioning (PPP): Fundamentals of PPP, real-time kinematic (RTK) positioning, and satellite-based augmentation systems (SBAS).
• GNSS Applications: Space-based positioning and navigation in various applications, such as aviation, maritime, agriculture, unmanned systems, and surveying.
• GNSS Integration with Inertial Navigation Systems (INS): Principles and techniques of GNSS-INS integration, complementary filtering, and Kalman filtering.
• GNSS Satellite Orbits and Clocks: GNSS satellite orbit determination, clock estimation, and time synchronization.
• GNSS Constellations and System Design: Overview of GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, and other regional GNSS systems, constellation design, and signal structure.
• GNSS Threats and Vulnerabilities: GNSS threats, vulnerabilities, and security concerns, including ionospheric and tropospheric effects, signal interference, spoofing, and jamming.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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