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GEOG 189 - Close-Range Remote Sensing of Earth Surface Processes

Geography College of Letters and Science

Full Course Title

Close-Range Remote Sensing of Earth Surface Processes

Instructor Name(s)

Walker

Course Description

Introduction to close-range remote sensing for interpreting and detecting changes in Earth surface processes and landscapes. Topics include: unpiloted aerial systems (UAS), LIDAR (aerial, terrestrial), autonomous camera systems, Structure-from-Motion photogrammetry, spatial-temporal change detection, etc. Review key principles, methods, and technologies of both active (e.g., laser-based) and passive (e.g., photogrammetric based) sensors. Experiential learning via interactive lectures and hands-on, field-based lab assignments.

Unit Value

4

Maximum number of times course can be repeated for additional credit

0

Maximum Units

4

Recommended Preparation

GEOG 102, GEOG 115A

Prerequisites

GEOG 3 or 4, Upper Division unit standing


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