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Introduction

Satellite remote sensing has revolutionised the way that marine scientists can study the ocean and the physical and biological processes that are present. Students will gain knowledge of relevant satellites, sensors and techniques that are useful in marine research.

Summary 2020

Unit name Techniques in Remote Sensing
Unit code QMS515
Credit points 12.5
Faculty/School College of Sciences and Engineering
Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies
Discipline Oceans and Cryosphere
Coordinator

Dr Kelvin Michael

Teaching staff

Dr Kelvin Michael, other University staff and external lecturers from marine institutes

Level Postgraduate
Available as student elective? Yes
Breadth Unit? No

Availability

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern

1 week intensive course (5 days) consisting of lectures and tutorial classes. Typically there will be 15-20 hours of lectures and 15-20 hours of tutorial classes.

Assessment

Submittable laboratory/class work (60%) and a project report (40%). Students must pass both components to pass the unit.

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Textbooks

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