YSB 574E - Earth Information Systems

Dersin Amaçları

The course will cover the fundamental topics in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS) through practical laboratory experience. Topics include data structures and basic functions, methods of data capture and sources of data, the nature and characteristics of spatial data and objects, basic concepts of remote sensing, a review of sensors and their images, emphasis on image interpretation and analysis, and introduction to application areas in multidisciplinary studies. Students will become familiar with the basic types and characteristics of maps, air photos, and remotely-sensed images. Students will also learn some of the many skills required to deal with spatial data, from elementary interpretation, measurement, and representation to more sophisticated analytical applications.

Dersin Tanımı

The course will consist of two parts;
Part 1: GIS: This part introduces geographic information characteristics (data modelling in GIS), hardware and software components of a GIS and reviews GIS applications.
Part 2: RS and its integration in GIS: This part introduces basic concepts of remote sensing, remote sensing data characteristics, Remote sensing systems and programs (sensors and platforms), classification and enhancement of satellite images, digital filters and corrections.