GEOG 480 - Exploring Imagery and Elevation Data in GIS Applications
Fall 2013, Section 001 - 3.0 Credits
Schedule Number 184225
Important Dates
Reg Period: 3/14/2013 - 8/20/2013
First Day of Class: 8/14/2013
End of Class: 10/23/2013
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Course Description
Using imagery and terrain data in typical application scenarios faced by thegeospatial professional.
Prerequisites
GEOG 482 or equivalent professional experience
Sample Course Syllabus
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Costs and Fees
This course will be included in your semester bill.
Remarks
Geography 480 is an introductory level course focusing on the use of remotely sensed imagery and elevation data in GIS applications. GEOG 480 is an elective course in the Postbaccalaureate Certificate and Master of Geographic Information Systems (MGIS) degree programs. Students enrolling in Geography 480 should have a solid conceptual foundation in geospatial information science and technology (equivalent to Geog 482). Geography 480 is appropriate for those who are entering into the geospatial profession and wish to use imagery and elevation data in visualization and spatial analysis. Students who complete Geography 480 can advance their knowledge further by taking either Geography 497D or Geography 883. Students can access the required e-Textbook for this course free of charge through the University Libraries, or you may purchase a copy of the text.
Schedule This Course
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Material Requirements
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| Material Title | Edition | Author | ISBN | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Remote Sensing (optional) | 5th | Campbell and Wynne | 9781609181765 | Students Choice |
Technical Requirements
Requires: For the current requirements, please go to: https://www.e-education.psu.edu/geog480/node/415
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Software Requirements
No special software is required.
Note: The above information is subject to change at any time by The Pennsylvania State University.