Topographic Data Analysis Techniques and Applications

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

• Illustrate the methods of deriving topographical information from aerial photographs and remote sensing imagery and how to analyse these data
• Describe the key concepts and terminology used in 3D remote sensing
• List relevant areas and examples where 3D remote sensing data can be applied
• Discuss the different sources of 3D remote sensing data (stereo aerial photography and satellite data, terrestrial and airborne laser scanner)

The module will broadly be divided into three sections covering: Optical data, Laser scanning data and Microwave/RADAR data

Optical data

• Introduction to Photogrammetry
• Analytical and Digital Photogrammetry
• Orthorectification and DEM generation from satellite data (satellite photogrammetry)
• Environmental application of digital topographic products

Laser scanning data

• Principle of LIDAR remote sensing
• Acquisition and pre-processing of LIDAR data (Terrestrial and airborne)
• Processing of LIDAR data
• Selected applications of terrestrial and airborne LIDAR data

Microwave/RADAR data

• Microwave/RADAR systems
• Synthetic Aperture RADAR (SAR and INSAR)
• Application of RADAR/SAR

A combination of teaching and learning methods are employed to provide students with the necessary knowledge, structure and opportunities to achieve the learning outcomes. Lectures provide a sound knowledge base and structure for further independent study. Practical computing sessions provide students with opportunities to develop practical skills and to link theory with practice.

Summative

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Referral

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