This course is an overview of the theory and principles of remote sensing and aerial photogrammetry. Students will learn how to use remotely sensed imagery in resource exploration and base mapping. Fundamentals of photogrammetry, basic image interpretation, and classification techniques will be introduced.
Each lab assignment will be considered as an exercise and is due in the following week. Professional appearance (especially neatness) will be considered very important for all submitted works. While excellent professional appearance will not increase your grade, substandard work will surely decrease it. All supporting calculations must be shown and set out in a logical fashion. Each answer should be enclosed with a rectangle. A late submission will be penalized and may not be accepted except in an emergency or when substitute arrangements have been made.
*** The above grading is subject to change at the instructor's discretion ***
| WEEK/DATE | TOPIC |
|---|---|
| Week 1 |
Introduction, Concepts and Foundations of Remote Sensing; Energy Sources
and Radiation Principles; Energy interactions in the atmosphere and with
surface features. |
| Week 2 | Concepts and Foundations of Remote Sensing. Readings: Chapter 1 |
| Week 3 | Elements of Photographic Systems Readings: Chapter 2 |
| Week 4 | Elements of Photographic Systems Readings: Chapter 2 |
| Week 5 | Basic Principles of Photogrammetry Readings: Chapter 3 |
| Week 6 |
Basic Principles of Photogrammetry |
| Week 7 | MIDTERM |
| Week 8 |
Airphoto Interpretation |
| Week 9 |
Airphoto Interpretation |
| Week 10 |
SPRING BREAK |
| Week 11 | Special uses of aerial photographs Readings: Will be assigned |
| Week 12 | Multispectral Imaging Readings: Chapter 5 |
| Week 13 | Satellite Systems Readings: Chapter 6 |
| Week 14 | Image Processing Readings: Chapter 7 |
| Week 15 | Image Processing Readings: Chapter 7 |
| Week 16 | Image Processing Readings: Chapter 7 |
| Week 17 | FINAL EXAM |