Remote Sensing and Image Analysis for Smart Transportation Infrastructure Application

Catalog description

This course introduces the use of Global Positioning Systems and Remote Sensing for field mapping and data acquisition in transportation infrastructure. Accuracy, data standards, GPS equipment, and mission planning are explored. Students will progress through different levels of equipment ranging from recreational-grade GPS receivers to professional data loggers and survey-grade receivers. Students will learn the introductory concepts of satellite sensors, satellite image capture, processing of satellite images, and its application for transportation issues. Specifically, students will learn how to interpret different features on digital images, detailed assessments of digital images for various transportation issues. In a field setting, students will learn how to configure and utilize a real-time kinematic (RTK) GPS system with the base station and rover. The course will introduce students to satellite images for projects works in transportation. Students will gain valuable hands-on experience through field exercises and practical service-learning projects.