Offered as physical science credit. Examines the role of waves, rivers, wind, and tectonism in shaping and modifying the surface of the earth. Considers the way in which an understanding of landscape processes is essential to the effective solution of environmental problems. 4503 Aerial Photograph Interpretation introduction to principles of aerial photograph interpretation, interpretation of landforms, settlement patterns, urban structure, soil and vegetation distribution Application of basic aerial photo imagery to geography and landscape architecture. Interpretation of landform and cultural features.
Students learn how to map socio-economic, climatic, vegetation, geologic, and other kinds of data.
Gives students a closely supervised experience in conducting cartographic research and writing for professional journals. The final research paper is prepared in a format appropriate for submission to a professional cartographic journal. Computer-assisted analysis and display of geographical resource data. Course develops the theory behind spatial data analysis techniques, and reinforces the theory with exercises that demonstrate its practical applications. Lectures focus on development of principles. paralleled by workstation based laboratory exercises using raster-based software.