An introduction to filed data collection techniques for use in a Geographic Information System. Fundamental properties of the electromagnetic spectrum and remote sensing devices. Emphasis is placed on the use of remotely sensed data to evaluate land use and land change for urban and environmental GIS applications. This is an applied course that addresses special topics in GIS technology. The course concentrates on a specific GIS project relevant to the student's major.
Issues covered include project planning, management, and evaluation.
A written proposal for the study filed with the supervising instructor is required. An applied course that addresses special topics in GIS technology. The course consists of real-world project design and implementation through service learning partnerships with local government and industry. Students are required to work as a team with other students and with members of the community. A committee representing both partners will evaluate student's performance.