The purpose of this Training Workshop will be to inform users about the expected changes associated with the launch of the new generation of satellites (Himawari-8, FY-4A etc.). It is therefore directed principally towards WMO Region V and Region II Operational Forecasters.
Classroom sessions are complemented by remote communication to an external audience using the Webinar web conferencing software for some of the sessions. There will be a lot of hands-on practical exercises pertaining to Rapid Scan Satellite Imagery and RGB products.
This Workshop will also herald the launch of the Australian VLab Centre of Excellence Regional Focus Group Weather and Forecast discussion.