 Hi, I'm Karen Schuchman. I'm the instructor for Geography 480, Exploring Imagery and Elevation Data in GIS Applications. In Geography 480, we will cover sensors and platforms that collect imagery and elevation data. We'll also talk about the many formats in which this data can be distributed. We'll discuss the spatial and spectral resolution characteristics of many forms of satellite and aircraft imagery. Students will also become familiar with the federal standards and guidelines that govern the reporting of accuracy for imagery and elevation data. Later in the course, after we've presented the fundamentals of image data and elevation data, we'll also explore the uses of these in various GIS applications. Remote sensing is one of the fastest growing areas in GIS today. I hope that students who complete this course will go on to use their skills and knowledge to emerge as leaders within their organizations.