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Graduate Certificate in Remote Sensing at University of Colorado Boulder

University of Colorado Boulder, United States

Programme overview

Remote sensing (satellite and ground-based) is increasingly being used as a technique to probe the Earth's atmosphere, ocean and land surfaces. Probing of other planets is accomplished largely by satellite remote sensing. Given national priorities in such areas as climate and global change, the interest in remote sensing will only increase with time.

Faculty: College of Engineering and Applied Science  |  Department: Aerospace Engineering Sciences  |  Duration: 12 credit hours  |  Location: Boulder, CO, United States

What you will study

Four courses are required totaling at least 12 credit hours.

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Entry requirements

Completed undergraduate degree from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, or its equivalent. Undergraduate courses in calculus, linear algebra and differential equations; two semesters of undergraduate calculus-based physics; and at least two semesters of upper-division undergraduate courses in engineering or physics. Ability to program at a level that will enable successful completion of graduate course assignments. For more information, degree-seeking students may visit the AES Certificates webpage; nondegree and non-matriculated students may visit the AES Certificates & Continuing Education webpage.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 12 credit hours

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