In part II the physical basis and measuring principles of remote sensing are described in a comprehensive and quantitative way. This part can be regarded as a reference source for research, at both MSc and PhD level. In part III theoretical models are applied on experimental data sets to illustrate their use in several areas of application. This course emphasizes the physical principles that are basic to all remote sensing techniques, such as those based on optical reflection, thermal infrared emission, microwave emission and radar. Consequently, the relations between these techniques can be clarified, and the most suitable technique, or combination of techniques, to meet certain information requirements can be selected.
Special attention is given to radar remote sensing, thus complementing other courses.
Advanced techniques such as radar polarimetry and radar interferometry and their unique applications, such as earth quake monitoring, 3D tree mapping, sub-surface mapping, etc. will be discussed. The physical and mathematical descriptions are presented at a level matching the background of WAU students. Some personal attention, extra exercises and appendices are given for those students in need to refresh some relevant background knowledge. This is also the reason that the course is limited to a maximum of 20 students. The aim of this course is to give students a good theoretical and conceptual understanding how to apply Remote Sensing data in their own disciplines.