Special Topics in Earth, Environmental and Planetary Science (390-0-2)

Topic

Remote Sensing

Instructors

Bo Zhang

Meeting Info

Technological Institute F391: Mon, Wed 2:00PM - 3:20PM

Overview of class

This course introduces remote sensing, the science of acquiring information about the Earth's surface and atmosphere from a distance, and explores its principles and applications. Topics include interactions of electromagnetic radiation with the atmosphere and surface materials, sensor and platform characteristics, image resolution, and interpretation of remotely sensed data. Students will gain experience working with satellite and aerial imagery and learn fundamental techniques for image processing, classification, and quantitative analysis, with applications in environmental monitoring, natural resources, land-use change, and related fields.

Class Attributes

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