GEOL 211 - Remote Sensing & GIS

Institution:

Albion College

Subject:

Geological Sciences

Description:

An introduction to the elementary principles, techniques and utility of remotely sensed imagery and image interpretation, especially when used in conjunction with Geographic Inform- ation Systems (GIS). Students will learn how digital maps created from, or utilizing, digital imagery from airplanes, space shuttles and satellites can help in displaying and analyzing spatial data, modeling processes and making decisions. Laboratory emphasizes the use of remote sensing and GIS in a variety of environmental applications. Lecture and laboratory. Offered in alternate years. Prerequisite: GEOL 111.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.albion.edu

Phone Number:

(517) 629-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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