2015/16 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue
JUSO5261M Remote Sensing for Earth Observation (WUN)
15 creditsClass Size: 50
Module manager: Booker Ogutu
Email: B.O.Ogutu@soton.ac.uk
Taught: 01 Oct to 31 Dec, 1 Sep to 31 Dec (Adv pre 2223) View Timetable
Year running 2015/16
This module is not approved as an Elective
Module summary
Given the growing importance of remotely sensed imagery to GIS, it is important for someone to have at least some basic understanding of the field of remote sensing. This module will provide an introduction to the principles behind the acquisition and utilization of remotely sensed airborne and spaceborne images for the study of natural and human landscapes. Further, image processing techniques to analyse and interpret information from remotely sensed data for understanding environmental will be emphasized.Objectives
On completion of the module students should be able to:1. introduce RS as an important enabling tool for earth surface research problems and applications;
2. examine the basics of RS and the main satellite/sensor systems that are in use;
3. provide practical experiences of image processing (PC-based) and interpretation.
Learning outcomes
1. Define and explain the key concepts and terminology used in remote sensing.
2. List and discuss the advantageous features of remote sensing for the study of the Earth's environment.
3. Describe the electromagnetic spectrum and appreciate some of the fundamental physical properties of radiation and their suitability for use in remote sensing.
4. Summarise and discuss the interactions of radiation in visible to microwave wavelengths with the terrestrial environment, and with vegetation, soils and water in particular.
5. Describe the properties of some major remote sensing systems.
6. Explain how thematic maps may be derived from remotely sensed data.
7. Appreciate some of the ways remote sensing may be used in the study of the Earth's environment.
Skills outcomes
Students will be able to:
1. Critically analyse literature on remote sensing
2. Analyse and interpret remotely sensed data
3. Conduct computer based analyses of remotely sensed data in an appropriate and safe manner
4. Use appropriate techniques to produce clear products such as thematic maps
5. Pursue knowledge in an ordered way
6. Produce structured and succinct written reports on complex topics
7. Use computational skills in the analysis of spatial data
Syllabus
Introduction to Remote Sensing
Electromagnetic Radiation and the Electromagnetic Spectrum
Energy Interactions with the Atmosphere and the Earth's surface
EMR interactions with the Earth's surface
Sensor Technology
Major Remote Sensing systems
Introduction to Image Processing Part I
Introduction to Image Processing Part II
Estimating Earth Surface Properties Using
Image classification Unsupervised
Image classification-Supervised
Landcover mapping and accuracy
Application of remote sensing in environmental management
Application of remote sensing in natural disaster management
Application of remote sensing in climate change studies
Practical exercise
Image enhancement Part I (Image display, Contrast stretching)
Image enhancement Part II (filtering techniques)
Vegetation index
Image Classification Unsupervised
Image Classification Supervised
Change detection studies
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Email/Phone Tutorial | 30 | 1.00 | 30.00 |
| Private study hours | 120.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 30.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150.00 | ||
Private study
To read papers: 80 hoursTo complete the assessments: 40 hours
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Through email communication and online discussion room.Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Practical | Practical reports of 1,500 words each | 30.00 |
| Practical | Practical reports of 1,500 words each | 30.00 |
| Report | 1 project report of 1,500 words | 40.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
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