#GEOG 3P92 - Photogrammetry and Drone-based Data Acquisition

Theory and application of close-range (desktop) and aerial (Remotely-Piloted Aircraft System, RPAS) or large-scale photogrammetry. Structure-from-motion point cloud production and analysis of 2D and 3D models, image acquisition (desktop and aerial), RPAS regulation and techniques, output types and considerations.

Course Format: Lectures, 2 hours per week; lab, 3 hours per week.
Restrictions: open to ERSC (single or combined), GEOG (single or combined) and BA (Honours)/BEd (Junior/Intermediate), BSc (Honours)/BEd (Junior/Intermediate), BSc GEOG (Honours)/BEd (Intermediate/Senior), BPhEd (Honours)/BEd (Junior/Intermediate), BPhEd (Honours)/BEd (Intermediate/Senior) with a minimum of 14.0 overall credits or permission of the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): ERSC 2P07/GEOG 2P07 or ERSC 3P05
Cross-Listing(s): ERSC 3P92
Course Notes: This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The method of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term. External fees for Transport Canada Pilot Certificate (Basic or Advanced) necessary for some field activities (recommended but not required). Materials fee.