GEOG 313
Remote Sensing 1
Geography
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Introduction to airborne and spaceborne sensors, including characteristics and image acquisition. Emphasizes land cover mapping applications appropriate for environment monitoring.
When Taught
Fall
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Basic remote sensing concepts
Learning Outcome
Have a functional understanding of basic remote sensing concepts and applications.
Title
Electromagnetic spectrum
Learning Outcome
Know the general characteristics of the electromagnetic spectrum and electromagnetic energy.
Title
Image interpretation
Learning Outcome
Develop basic image interpretation skills.
Title
Remote sensing data and techniques
Learning Outcome
Be familiar with remotely sensed data characteristics and methods of data acquisition, storage, and manipulation.
Title
Remote sensing in geography and other geosciences
Learning Outcome
Understand the role of remote sensing in geography and its relation to other geosciences.
