GGS 426: Physical Fundamentals of Remote Sensing
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General Information
Credits: 3
Description:
An introduction to fundamental physical principles of remote sensing as applied to Earth science. Focus on the physical and mathematical principles underlying satellite remote sensing techniques. Topics include radiometric information, satellite orbits, atmospheric corrections, data records, and in situ measurements. Current and planned satellite instruments, particularly those operated by NASA, NOAA, and USGS, are utilized. Offered by Geography/Geoinformation Sci. Limited to three attempts.
Registration Restrictions:
Required Prerequisites: (GGS 379C, 379XS, 416C or 416XS).
C Requires minimum grade of C.
XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.