Academic Catalog

GEOE431 INTRODUCTION TO REMOTE SENSING

Course Code: 5640431
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): 3(3-0)
ECTS Credit: 5.0
Department: Geological Engineering
Language of Instruction: English
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Course Coordinator: Prof.Dr. MEHMET LÜTFÝ SÜZEN
Offered Semester: Fall and Spring Semesters.

Course Content

Overview and history of remote sensing and earth observation. Application of electromagnetic radiation principles to remote sensing. Interactions of energy-matter in atmosphere and earth surface. Sensors and platforms. Available satellite systems for earth observation.Future trends.