FOR 455Remote Sensing and Spatial Data Handling
FOR 455 is an advanced remote sensing and geospatial technology course emphasizing the use of remote sensors and geographic information systems to study the Earth's land surface. The course emphasizes the use of these technologies primarily in the context of forestry but also in the broader context of natural resources management. Remote sensing technologies that are emphasized include aircraft and satellite-borne sensors in the visible and near-infrared portions of the electromagnetic spectrum, as well as active sensing devices like lidar (Light-detection and Ranging) technology. Students gain proficiency in the use of advanced remote sensing/image processing and geographic information systems (GIS) software to display, analyze, and map land surface features.