ES 553 - Introduction to Remote Sensing

5 credits
Designed to introduce students to remote sensing of the environment through digital image processing of satellite data. Develops an understanding of inventorying, mapping, and monitoring earth resources through the measurement, analysis, and interpretation of electromagnetic energy emanating from features of interest. Four hours of lecture and one three-hour lab. Grading option is designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult curent term schedule. Must be eligible to take Graduate level coursework. Prerequisite(s): ES 349 or equivalent. Corequisite(s): ES 553L.