Techniques of photography, multispectral scanning, and microwave imagery from airplane, satellite, and manned-spacecraft platforms. Image interpretations, practical applications in earth science, and use of remotely sensed data in geographic information systems. Two hours lecture and four hours lab per week plus field trips. Advanced techniques of image processing and analysis for remotely sensed digital data. Topics include enhancement, spectral analysis, classification, and change detection.
Course is designed for advanced students in the geospatial analysis program.
Required for the 30-hour degree, Master of Science in Physical Sciences, with an emphasis in earth science. Research in an approved area of earth science and the preparation of a thesis.