PLSCS 6600

Remote Sensing Fundamentals

Course Description

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2020-2021.

Introduction to the principles, equipment, and methods used in obtaining information about earth resources and the environment from aircraft or satellite sensors. Topics include: basic interactions of electromagnetic radiation with the earth, sensors, sensor and grounddata acquisition, data analysis and interpretation, and project design in the form of a proposal to use remote sensing for a specific application.

When Offered Spring.

• Develop an understanding of the design characteristics and constraints of standard remote sensing systems.
• Gain an understanding of the use of remote sensing as a tool.
• Design a project using remote sensing for a specific application.

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