Earth from Above

3 credits · Undergraduate

This course explores the earth from above, through the eyes of satellites, aircraft, and drones. We have the unique ability to see our planet from different angles and perspectives. When viewed from above, patterns, processes, systems, and human/ environmental change on the surface of the planet become highly visible. This course is delivered through lectures and in-class tutorials. Topics include: oceans, rivers, and lakes; landscapes, mountains, and snow and ice; forests and ecosystems; weather and climate; and urban and industrial activity. Prerequisite(s): None