Map, Air Photo, and Satellite Interpretation

Geography 380

Spring, 1999

Dr. Dorothy Freidel, Assistant Professor Department of Geography Sonoma State University Rohnert Park, CA 94928 email: dorothy.freidel@sonoma.edu

Also known informally as Remote Sensing, Geography 380 is a techniques course that explores the interpretation of various kinds of maps, vertical aerial photographs, and satellite imagery. In the map portion of the course, we emphasize reading and use of U.S. Geological Survey topographic maps and thematic maps depicting physical and cultural features. We study the use of air photos to identify, measure, and evaluate land surface characteristics, including, for example, landforms, vegetation cover, urban development, water resources, ancient archaeological sites, and many other features. We also look at the satellite systems and interpretation of a range of satellite imagery, including multispectral and thermal infrared systems, as well as imaging radar. Students have the opportunity to try their hands at ERDAS image processing software.

As a lab course, the course includes two hours of lecture and six hours of lab per week.

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