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GIS 212
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Title: | GIS Remote Sensing |
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Long Title: | GIS Remote Sensing-Digital Image |
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Course Description: | Introduce concepts and procedures used in remote sensing with an emphasis on integration of aerial and satellite imagery into GIS applications. Apply the science of remote sensing and imagery interpretation to understand local to global earth observation characteristics based on remotely sensed data and logical interpretation. |
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Min Credit: | 4 |
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Origin Notes: | FRCC |
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Status Notes: | revised-ttl,dscrptn,cmptncs,outln 5/10/12 LK |
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STANDARD COMPETENCIES:
1. Analyze the physics of electromagnetic energy applied to remote sensing information.
2. Develop an understanding of the fundamental concepts involved in the capture, use, and interpretation of remotely sensed information.
3. Examine evolution of aerial photography and satellite information.
4. Describe sources and characteristics of remotely sensed data.
5. Identify scientific methods and applications of multispectral imagery.
6. Identify sources and practical applications of microwave and radar remote sensing.
7. Apply remotely sensed data to the interpretation of earth environments and resources.
8. Interpret remotely sensed data with image analysis software.
9. Discuss advantages, limitations, and applications of remote sensing data.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
I. Introduction
II. Remote Sensing History
III. Remote Sensing & GIS
IV. Physics of Electromagnetic Energy
V. Photographic Sensors
VI. Aerial Sensors
VII. Satellite Sensors
VIII. Characteristics of Remote Sensing Imagery Data
IX. Remote Sensing Applications
X. Imagery Interpretation
XI. Digital Image Analysis
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Front Range Community College |
FRCC |
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Pueblo Community College |
PCC |
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Pikes Peak State College |
PPCC |
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