Subject · Environmental engineering

Physical basis of remote sensing

İF-4177y7 creditsSpring semesterMandatory2025-2026

About this subject

Credits

7

Workload

210hours

Semester

Spring

Academic year

2025-2026

Description

This subject teaches the physical basis of remote sensing, the characteristics of electromagnetic radiation and the principles of remote sensing of the earth's surface. spectral characteristics of natural objects, remote sensing systems and sensors, acquisition and processing of satellite data, radiometric properties, as well as application of remote sensing data in environmental monitoring and natural resources management are analyzed within the subject.

Course learning outcomes

  1. CLO 1: Explains the physical basis of remote sensing, the properties of electromagnetic radiation, and spectral ranges.

  2. CLO 2: Analyzes the spectral properties of natural objects and their interaction with electromagnetic radiation.

  3. CLO 3: Defines the main types, sensors and working principles of remote sensing systems.

  4. CLO 4: It applies methods of collection, processing and interpretation of remote sensing data.

  5. CLO 5: It uses remote sensing images in environmental monitoring and natural resource assessment.

  6. CLO 6: It justifies the application of remote sensing data in solving environmental problems and making decisions.