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Remote Sensing (GEOM90005)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 2
Pablo Zarco - Tejada
email: pablo.zarco@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
AIMS
To introduce students to the techniques and technology of remote sensing: the extraction of information from satellite and airborne image data. This subject assumes prior knowledge of image processing techniques such as that acquired in subjects such as GEOM30009 Imaging the Environment. Students passing this subject will have the skills to work under supervision in a spatial information or remote sensing agency of consultancy providing services, for example, to natural resource managers.
INDICATIVE CONTENT
Use of image processing systems. High level digital image processing, correction and classification; applications of remote sensing in the geosciences, engineering, and resource assessment and inventory; image data in geographic information systems. Detailed application studies in emergency/disaster management, environmental assessment and geological mapping.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject the student is expected to:
- Describe the acquisition of remotely sensed data
- Process remotely sensed data to achieve client-driven outcome
- Describe the use of remotely sensed data in environmental modelling and in the solution of resource management problems
- Communicate the analysis and interpretation of remotely sensed data to a client.
Generic skills
On successful completion students should have:
- Ability to apply knowledge of science and engineering fundamentals
- Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation, and solution
- Ability to communicate effectively, with the engineering team and with the community at large
- Ability to manage information and documentation
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
Spatial Database and GIS
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Two practical assignment reports, approximately 500 words each, due week 3 and week 6. Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 1 and 2 are addressed in these reports
| From Week 3 to Week 6 | 30% |
One project proposal report of 1000 words. ILOs 2 and 3 are addressed in this report
| Week 7 | 15% |
One project proposal presentation (5 minutes) effectively summarising objectives and methods. ILO 4 is addressed in this project presentation
| During Semester | 5% |
One project final presentation (5 minutes) reporting outcomes and conclusions of the project. ILO 4 is addressed in this presentation
| During Semester | 5% |
One major project of 3000 words. ILOs 2, 3 and 4 are addressed in this project.
| End of semester | 45% |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Coordinator Pablo Zarco-Tejada Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 48 hours (Lectures: 24 hours per semester; Tutorials: 14 hours per semester; Projects and Lab Exercises: 10 hours per semester) Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Semester 2 contact information
Pablo Zarco - Tejada
email: pablo.zarco@unimelb.edu.au
Time commitment details
200 hours
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Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Subject notes
LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS
Lectures and Project based use of image processing systems.
INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES
Online interactive tutorials.
CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS
This subject uses industry standard processing and analysis packages.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Doctor of Philosophy - Engineering Course Ph.D.- Engineering Course Master of Philosophy - Engineering Major Energy Studies Major Energy Studies Specialisation (formal) Environmental Major Tailored Specialisation Major Tailored Specialisation Major Tailored Specialisation Major Integrated Water Catchment Management Major Integrated Water Catchment Management Specialisation (formal) Spatial - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 31 January 2024