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2016-2017 University Catalog 
    
2016-2017 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

EAPS 57700 - Geologic Remote Sensing And Spectroscopy


Credit Hours: 3.00. The objectives of this course are: 1) to develop awareness and knowledge of the various types of remote sensing data that are used to study the evolution of the Earth’s surface; 2) to understand how these tools work and the range of geologic topics that they are applied to; 3) to develop critical thinking skills essential for interpretation of multidimensional spatial data; 4) to provide a supervised research experience; 5) to strengthen scientific communication skills; and 6) to develop some of the fundamental practical skills (computer-based experience) that are needed to analyze these data. General background in geology, geophysics, and/or planetary science desirable. Typically offered Fall.