Exploring Our Earth: Introduction to Remote Sensing - GIS 255 at Tidewater Community College
Distance Learning
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- GIS 255 - Exploring Our Earth: Introduction to Remote Sensing
- Introduces material to understand the fundamental physical and mathematical principles and techniques of Remote Sensing. Introduces how each part of the electromagnetic spectrum is used to gather data about Earth. Describes limitations imposed by satellites, aircraft, and sensors. Surveys various methods to access and apply Earth observation/Remote Sensing data. Teaches students to use Remote Sensing software to process and manipulate Landsat, SPOT, photographic, and other imagery in a hands-on approach to Remote Sensing analysis.3 - 4 Credits. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 - 4 hours. Total 4 - 6 hours per week.
3-4 credits
Schedule at Tidewater Community College
Not scheduled
Class # | Section | Credits | Day | Time | Start | Location | Mode |
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32703 | GIS 255-O01B | 4 | 0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m. |
2025-03-17 | Virtual Location | WW | |
This class has no scheduled meeting times. It will be conducted online, requiring students to have reliable and daily access to a computer and Internet service. |
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