GIS 4840 - Remote Sensing

Credits: 3

Prerequisite(s): GIS 2250 with a grade of “C-” or better and (MTH 1110 or MTH 1112 or MTH 1120 or MTH 1400 or MTH 1410) with a grade of “C-” or better

Description: This course provides an overview of photogrammetry and remote sensing principals as well as practical experience in the extraction of earth surface information from hardcopy and digital imagery. Topics include electromagnetic radiation principles, aerial cameras, photo interpretation and measurement, satellite collection systems, digital imagery characteristics, and image processing. The application of remote sensing technologies to land management fields and the integration of digital imagery within Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is emphasized.