GEOE443 AERIAL THEMATIC MAPPING
| Course Code: | 5640443 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (2.00 - 2.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 5.0 |
| Department: | Geological Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Lecturer Dr. ARDA ARCASOY |
| Offered Semester: | Fall or Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
Course Content
Fundamentals of thematic mapping using aerial photographs. Recognition and identification of different landforms. Terrain characteristics. Thematic mapping approaches. Case studies.
Course Learning Outcomes
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Contribution |
| # | Program Outcomes | No | Yes |
| 1 | An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics | | ✔ |
| 2 | An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors | ✔ | |
| 3 | An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences | ✔ | |
| 4 | An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts | | ✔ |
| 5 | An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives | | ✔ |
| 6 | An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions | ✔ | |
| 7 | An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies | | ✔ |
| 8 | An ability to visualize topographical and geological features in 4-D for solving Geological Engineering problems | | ✔ |
