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Course Description
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Course Name
Introduction to the Principles of Remote Sensing
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Host University
University of the Western Cape
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Location
Cape Town, South Africa
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Area of Study
Environmental Studies, Geography
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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Host University Units
10 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4.5
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Main Outcomes
On completion of this module students should be able to:
• Explain the physical principles and concepts underlying common forms of remote sensing
• Describe the sources, nature and characteristics of common forms of remote sensing data
• Locate sources of technical information about satellites, sensors and applications
• Be aware of new developments and trends in earth observation
• Perform a range of key digital image analyses using specialist software
• Interpret the information provided by digital imagery for a range of applications and prepare reports that incorporate outputs from digital image analysis software
• Describe how remote sensing is being used for a range of disciplines and applications
• Choose appropriate forms of remote sensing and recommend analyses for particular applicationsMain Content
To introduce students to the theoretical and practical concepts of Geo- information and Earth Observation. The content includes:
• Principles of Remote Sensing,
• Sensor characteristics,
• Field observations,
• Data gathering and quality assurance,
• Forms of Remote Sensing,
• Digital image data processing,
• Image classification,
• Applications of Remote Sensing
Course Disclaimer
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.