Remote Sensing Undergraduate Badge

Cartography and photogrammetry skillsets are a sought by a diverse array of careers including environmental scientists & specialists, geologic & hydrologic technicians, surveying & mapping technicians, and urban & regional planners.

Skillsets

Change Detection
Spatial Data Analysis
Digital Image Processing and Image Classification
Interpretation of Satellite Data
Photogrammetry
Aerial Data Collection
Environmental Mapping and Monitoring
Drone and UAV operation

Campus: Hattiesburg

Requirements:

Select two of the following courses:

GHY 411 - Remote Sensing Principles 4 hrs.
GHY 412 - Remote Sensing Applications 4 hrs.
GHY 414 - Drones and Spatial Data Collection 4 hrs.

Competency Assessment

GHY 400BUA - Badge Assessment 0 hrs.

Students must complete 7-8 hours (2 courses) from the above list. Upon completion of these courses, students will be required to complete a written assignment that details a complete project that utilizes remote sensed data (e.g. satellite, aerial, drone) from the planning stages to data collection, analysis of the data and presentation of the results. Students must score 75% or higher on assessment to successfully complete badge.