Geospatial Data Collection and Visualization
GPHY 845
Graduate Courses
3 Units
In-person
3
Course Description
This course examines technologies and methods for the collection and visualization of geospatial field data. Students will gain practical skills collecting and processing geospatial data from (for example) GNSS/GPS systems, Total Station Surveying, Drone surveys, Photogrammetry, LiDAR, and deformation monitoring. Students will learn the fundamentals of field data visualization and use of Remote Sensing resources to support fieldwork.
Field trip fee possible: Up to $100.
Learning Outcomes
- Apply GNSS technologies for field surveying and import geospatial data back into GIS platforms
- Evaluate the strengths and limitations of different GNSS, GIS, and Remote Sensing technologies and tools for field and research applications
- Find, access, organize, and integrate GIS and Remote Sensing resources that support field studies
- Create publication-quality maps integrating multiple forms of geospatial data for use in research
Assessments
Subject to Change
- Quizzes (3): 10% each
- Assignment 1: 10%
- Assignment 2: 25%
- ESRI Certificates (2): 5% each
- In-Class Participation: 15%
- Attendance: 10%