Earth Observation from Space

GEOL-G 436

Prerequisites: GEOL G222, GEOG G336, and PHYS P202 or consent of instructor.

Semester(s) Offered:
Fall

Spectroscopic analysis of rocks and minerals from terrestrial and extraterrestrial environments, and geologic application of remotely sensed spectral information. Topics include mapping rock-forming minerals, assessing and monitoring geologic hazards, and exploration for mineral deposits.