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Course code & No. Course Title Course Description Offering Unit
GE 1 Earth Trek A guided exploration into the tools and techniques of earth observation and measurement DGE
GE 2 Introduction to Geodetic Engineering and Geomatics DGE
GE 10 General Surveying I DGE
GE 11 Elementary Surveying DGE
GE 12 General Surveying II Introduction to astronomic observations, and modern geospatial technologies, specialized types of survey operations and techniques DGE
GE 15 Mine Surveying Introduction to specialized surveying techniques for surface and underground mine operations, with focus on control and topographic survey DMMM, DGE
GE 16 Elementary Photo-Interpretation DGE
GE 30 Digital Cartography Overview of cartography and digital mapping techniques DGE
GE 38 Digital Cartography DGE
GE 115 Mine Surveying DGE
GE 116 Property Surveying Theory and applications in acquiring parcel information in the Philippines DGE
GE 117 Construction and Industrial Surveying Methods and applications of surveying in construction and industrial works DGE
GE 118 Hydrographic Surveying Hydrographic surveying standards, methodologies, applications and mapping DGE
GE 119 Land Surveying Survey project controls; comparative equipment, procedures and precision; regulations governing property surveys in the country; transformation of coordinates to the Philippine Plane Coordinate System (PPCS), PRS '92, land management and administrative titling and survey requirements, basic CADD. DGE
GE 119 Land Surveying DGE
GE 120 Introductory Object-Oriented Programming for Geomatics Concept of object-based and object-oriented programming in developing numerical computation applications for geomatics DGE
GE 122 Mathematical Methods in Geomatics Mathematical methods for Geomatics application DGE
GE 122 Mathematical Methods in Geodetic Engineering Matrices; systems of equations; interpolation; differentiation and integration; ordinary differential equations; linear differential equations; code development for numerical solutions. DGE
GE 127 Adjustment Computations for Geospatial Data Analysis Theory of Standard and General Least Squares Adjustment DGE
GE 128 Adjustment Computations for Spatial Data Analysis Concepts of measurement and error; statistical testing; variance-covariance propagation; error propagation in survey measurements; introduction to least square adjustments. DGE
GE 129 Adjustment Computation for Geodetic Applications Standard and general least squares adjustment; adjustment of geodetic control network adjustment (trilateration, triangulation and traverse network; GPS adjustment); constraint equations. DGE
GE 129 Adjustment Computation for Geodetic Applications DGE
GE 142 Geodetic Engineering-Related Laws in the Philippines I Legal concepts and laws related to public and private lands DGE
GE 143 Laws on Natural Resources DGE
GE 143 Geodetic Engineering-Related Laws in the Philippines III Laws on Natural Resources DGE
GE 144 Geodetic Engineering-Related Laws in the Philippines II Key laws on land registration DGE
GE 145 Mining Laws DGE
GE 148 Land Registration Law Fundamentals of the law on ordinary and cadastral land registration in connection with the Torrens system; Real Estate Development Laws, Indigenous People's Rights Act; Agrarian and Urban Land Reform. DGE
GE 149 Laws, Contracts, and Ethics of the Geodetic Engineering Profession An introduction to contracts, the Geodetic Engineering Law and the code of ethical and professional standards for Geodetic Engineers DGE
GE 149 Contracts, Surveying Laws and Ethics Requisites of contracts; obligations of contracting parties; nullity and enforcement of contracts; stud of actual cases involving contract; Republic Act 9200 - The Geodetic Engineering Law; Code of Ethical and Professional Standards; other surveying laws. DGE
GE 151 Introduction to Geodesy History and development of geodesy; the international geodetic community; basic concepts in geodesy; positioning systems and positioning methods; time systems and time coordination; applications of geodesy. DGE
GE 152 Reference Systems and Reference Frames Different kinds of reference systems and reference frames; geometry of the reference ellipsoid; computation of geodetic positions; coordinate transformation and map projections; International Terrestrial Reference Frames (ITRF); the Philippine Reference System (PRS). DGE
GE 152 Reference Systems and Reference Frames DGE
GE 153 Earth's Gravity and Geoid Modeling DGE
GE 153 Earth's Gravity and Geoid Modelling Earth's gravity field; normal and anomalous gravity field; geoid; height systems; geoid height modeling and methods; geoid models; geodynamics of the earth. DGE
GE 154 Satellite Positioning Systems DGE
GE 154 Satellite Positioning Systems Introduction and overview of satellite-based positioning systems (SPS); orbit description; structure, acquisition and processing of SPS signals; mathematical methods for positioning using SPS; SPS surveying; processing transformation; error sources; software modules, SPS applications; prospects satellite geodesy. DGE
GE 155 Geodetic Control Network Principles and methods of the establishment and densification of geodetic control network including horizontal, vertical and gravity control network; accuracy standards and specifications of geodetic control network. DGE
GE 155.1 Horizontal Control Network Laboratory Project planning and implementation of a horizontal geodetic control network establishment and densification. DGE
GE 155.2 Vertical and Gravity Network Laboratory Project planning and implementation of a vertical and gravity control network establishment and densification. DGE
GE 157 Photogrammetry I DGE
GE 158 Photogrammetry II DGE
GE 159 Photo Interpretation and Remote Sensing DGE
GE 161 Geometric Geodesy Reference ellipsoids, reference frames in geodetic datum definition, and applications on geodetic positioning DGE
GE 162 Physical Geodesy Fundamentals of potential theory, gravity field of the earth, gravity reduction, height systems, gravimetry, geoid modeling, and introduction to geodynamics DGE
GE 168 Satellite Geodesy Satellite geodesy with emphasis on GNSS technology and new space technologies in earth measurements DGE
GE 169 Geodetic Control Network Principles and methods for the establishment and densification of horizontal, vertical, and gravity geodetic control networks DGE
GE 174 Satellite Positioning Systems DGE
GE 190 Seminar in Geodetic and Geospatial Engineering and Geoinformatics Undergraduate research proposol and data gathering. DGE
GE 191 Geodetic and Geospatial Engineering and Geoinformatics Practicum I On-the-Job Training Preparation DGE
GE 192 Geodetic and Geospatial Engineering and Geoinformatics Practicum II On-the-Job Training DGE
GE 192 Geodetic and Geospatial Engineering and Geoinformatics Practicum DGE
GE 193 GE Survey Camp Practical application of the concepts,methodologies and technologies used in geodetic engineering in field data acquisition processing DGE
GE 197 Special Topics in Geodetic Engineering DGE
GE 198 Special Problems DGE
GE 199 Undergraduate Research in Geomatics Application of research techniques to topics in Geomatics DGE
GE 199 Undergraduate Research Undergraduate research proper and defense. DGE
GE 200 Undergraduate Thesis DGE
GE 202 Principles of Remote Sensing DGE
GE 203 Principles of Geographic Information Sytems DGE
GE 204 Applied Resource Information Systems DGE
GE 212 Remote Sensing Systems DGE
GE 214 Applied Image Processing DGE
GE 290 Special Project DGE
GE 300 Master's Thesis DGE
GIM 165 Geographic Information Systems: Theory and Applications Design and implementation of geographic information systems (GIS) DGE
GIM 175 Geographic Information Systems: Theory and Applications Design and implementation of geographical information systems (GIS) and Spatial data management including: concept of information and GIS; georeferencing; spatial data modeling; spatial representation; geoprocessing; input/output operations; file storage; database management systems and distributed processing. GIS data models and structures. Spatial indexing. Algorithms for data manipulation, transformation. Spatial analysis and visualization. Techniques involved in project specification, design and implementation and the selection of computer hardware and software for GIS. Strategies and steps on GIS design and implementation. Interoperability, including internet-based handling of spatial data and web-based geo-information services. DGE
GIM 176 Land Administration and Management Concepts, processes and technologies in land administration and maanagement DGE
GIM 177 Land Development and Valuation Land development patterns and concepts; growth and sustainability; land development design elements and processes; site analysis and land use planning; land valuation types; land valuation methods. DGE
GIM 177 Land Development and Valuation Different process in land development and valuation DGE
GS 197 Special Topics CIS
Geog 1 Places and Landscapes in a Changing World DGeog
Geog 11 Commercial and Industrial Geography A study of the major human adjustments to the natural environment which result from the effect to make a living. The course deals with the leading commercial products of farm, range, forest, mine, sea and factory, and trade routes and centers. The course aims (1) to give the students a comprehensive survey of the principal industries of the world in their environmental setting, (2) to establish by concrete illustrations the principles set forth in Geography 1, and (3) to construct a framework of geographic adjustment throughout the world. DGeog
Geog 31 Economic Geography of the Philippines Distribution, variety and significance of natural resources and how the physical environment affects their use. DGeog
Geog 100 Physical Geography Systematic study of land forms, climate, natural vegetation, and soils DGeog
Geog 101 Climatology Climate elements, types and regions DGeog
Geog 102 Geography of the Philippine Islands A survey of the principal economic activities of the Islands from the standpoint of their relation to natural environmental complex. Emphasis is placed on the study of the commercial relations of the Philippines with other trade regions; the factors and problems in the development of Philippine trade; the shipping services, and the ports and port facilities. DGeog
Geog 103 World Regional Geography DGeog
Geog 104 Development of Geographic Thought DGeog
Geog 105 Economic Geography DGeog
Geog 106 Human Geography Principles of human geography. The distribution of mankind on the earth. Human establishments. Man as a geographical factor. The distribution of cultivated lands. Types of cultural landscapes in various parts of the world. Industrial landscapes. The settlement of an area. DGeog
Geog 109 Quantitative Methods in Geographic Analysis Elements and application of quantitative techniques in geography. DGeog
Geog 111 Resource Management and Conservation DGeog
Geog 119 Geography of Movement DGeog
Geog 121 Landform Analysis Landform evaluation and analysis, map reading and photo interpretation, and applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in terrain evaluation. DGeog
Geog 124 Geographic Information Systems for Human Geographic Research DGeog
Geog 131 Geography of the Philippines DGeog
Geog 133 Geography of the Tropics DGeog
Geog 135 Rural and Urban Geography DGeog
Geog 143 Geography of Asia DGeog
Geog 145 Geography of the Pacific DGeog
Geog 151 Geography of Europe DGeog
Geog 155 Geography of North America DGeog
Geog 157 Geography of South America DGeog
Geog 159 Geography of Africa DGeog
Geog 161 Concepts and Principles of Land Use Utilization and evaluation of land resources and land use allocation, development and causes of land misuse; land management and the application of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) principles to land use change. DGeog
Geog 171 Political Geography DGeog
Geog 173 Cultural Geography DGeog
Geog 183 Transport Geography DGeog
Geog 185 Medical Geography DGeog
Geog 190 Map, Aerial Photo, and Satellite Image Interpretation DGeog
Geog 192 Field Methods in Geography Methods and techniques of observing geographic features, recording geographic data, and writing geographic reports. DGeog
Geog 197 Digital Cartography Introduction to the concepts, principles, theories and applied components of Digital Cartography and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). DGeog
Geog 198 Special Topics in Geography DGeog
Geog 199 Seminar Methods, techniques and problems of research. DGeog
Geog 200 Thesis DGeog
Geog 201 Political Geography DGeog
Geog 202 Field Geography Training in methods of geographic fieldwork for advanced students who have not had a field course in geography. DGeog
Geog 204 Geographic Thought Concepts, approaches and debates in the evolution of geographic thought DGeog
Geog 209 Spatial Analysis Geographic concepts and spatial analytical methods for social research DGeog
Geog 210 Marine Geography Man and the sea; oceanic climate and landforms; regulation and control of the utilization of the sea and sea bed. DGeog
Geog 211 Seminar in Geography Important contemporary literature and problems in geography. DGeog
Geog 212 Applied Climatology Regional genesis and dynamics of climate and its effects on resource development. DGeog
Geog 213 Agriculture and Food Geography Distribution, significance and dynamics of agro-food systems DGeog
Geog 214 Industrial Geography Location theories and analyses concerned with industrial development. DGeog
Geog 222 Problems of Economic Geography Problems, methods, and techniques of geographic study and research with emphasis on resource, agricultural, mineral, manufactural, transportational, and recreational geography. DGeog
Geog 223 Geography of South Asia The lands and people, climate, relief, resources and economic activities of India, Pakistan, Ceylon, Afghanistan, Nepal, Sikkim, and Bhutan. DGeog
Geog 226 Cultural Geography Concepts, theories, and debates in humans, environments and ecologies DGeog
Geog 228 Population Geography Population distribution in relation to natural resources and economic development. DGeog
Geog 231 Geography of East Asia The natural and human resources of China, (including Taiwan), Korea, and Japan; the influence of these resources in the development of these countries. DGeog
Geog 235 Geography of Southeast Asia The natural and human resources of Malaysia, Burma, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and the Philippines and their roles in world affairs. DGeog, DGeog
Geog 241 Applied Geography I Principles, problems, and strategies of regional geographic planning. DGeog
Geog 242 Applied Geography II Concepts of regional geographic planning in developing countries. DGeog
Geog 243 Geographic Information Systems Applications in the Social Sciences Principles, methods and applications of GIS in the social sciences DGeog
Geog 244 Geospatial Technologies and GIS Project Management The design, planning, and execution of GIS projects through the integration of geospatial technologies, and related ethical concerns DGeog
Geog 245 Island and Archipelagic Geographies Concepts, theories, discourses and debates on island and archipelagic studies DGeog
Geog 246 Geohumanities Concepts, theories and spatial practices between geography and arts and the humanities DGeog
Geog 255 Geography of Disasters and Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Theories, concepts, and discourses in disaster studies, and practice of disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM) at various scales DGeog
Geog 291 Geographic Aspects of Philippine Economic Development DGeog
Geog 292 Cultural and Population Geography of the Philippines DGeog
Geog 293 Cultures of Mapping and Countercartographies Concepts, theories and discourses on multiple mapping practices DGeog
Geog 299 Research Design in Geography Development of geographic research design and proposal DGeog
Geog 300 Master's Thesis DGeog
Geog 301 Environmental Geography Component of the physical geographic environments, their integration and problems. DGeog
Geog 321 Urban Systems Physical development of city systems and related morphological patterns. DGeog
Geog 400 Doctoral Dissertation DGeog
Geol 1 Our Dynamic Earth NIGS
Geol 11 Principles of Geology NIGS
Geol 11.1 Laboratory in Principles of Geology Laboratory activities in Earth materials, nature and consequences of geologic processes NIGS
Geol 12 Technical Drawing and Field Methods in Geology Basic geometric drawing in geology and fundamental geologic field techniques; Topographic map analysis and interpretation NIGS
Geol 40 Elementary Mineralogy NIGS
Geol 41 Mineralogy Introduction to crystallography and mineralogy. NIGS
Geol 50 Elementary Petrology NIGS
Geol 51 Petrology and Petrography NIGS
Geol 60 Historical Geology NIGS
Geol 70 Field Methods in Geology NIGS
Geol 105 Geochemistry Applications of theories and principles in chemistry in the study of geological problems NIGS
Geol 110 Introduction to Environmental Geology Application of geology to environmental issues NIGS
Geol 112 Structural Geology Characterization of field structures; Introduction of concepts necessary in understanding structural deformation and implications to tectonics NIGS
Geol 116 Introduction to Engineering Geology Application of geologic principles in construction, hazard and risk management, development of Earth resources, and other environmental issues NIGS
Geol 117 Introduction to Hydrogeology Introduction to assessment, development, and management of groundwater resources NIGS
Geol 118 Geological and Hydrometeorological Hazards Types of geological hazards and controls, parameters and tools for their assessment, with emphasis on the Philippine setting NIGS
Geol 120 Stratigraphy and Sedimentology Study of the processes of formation of layered rocks and their distribution in time and space NIGS
Geol 122 Geomorphology Surface geologic processes and landforms; Geomorphological characterization and mapping, and application of geomorphology in geohazards assessment NIGS
Geol 130 Elementary Paleontology NIGS
Geol 131 Micropaleontology NIGS
Geol 132 Paleontology Fossils and fossilization; The fossil record and its significance in geologic history NIGS
Geol 133 Marine Geology Surface/subsurface features of the ocean floor, and physical, chemical, and biological processes that influence their origin, composition, and evolution; Methods used in exploration and data acquisition for both basic and applied marine geology research NIGS
Geol 135 Earth History Earth history and ancient life as recorded in rocks; Application of guiding principles and methods in geology to Earth history NIGS
Geol 140 Optical Mineralogy NIGS
Geol 141 Earth Materials Science Introduction to Earth materials characterization techniques NIGS
Geol 150 Petrography and Petrology NIGS
Geol 154 Volcanology Study of eruption mechanisms and processes, and the role of volcanism to the dynamics and evolution of the Earth’s systems NIGS
Geol 170 Field Geology NIGS
Geol 170 Field Geology Geologic mapping NIGS
Geol 171 Mineral Data Analysis NIGS
Geol 172 Introduction to Geostatistics NIGS
Geol 173 Introduction to Earth Resource Economics NIGS
Geol 174 Introduction to Earth Resources Project Evaluation NIGS
Geol 175 Computer Applications in Geology Use of computer applications in geology NIGS
Geol 177 Geology and Tectonics of the Philippines and Southeast Asia Summary of Philippine and Southeast Asian geology and tectonics; Correlation of current observed features with regional geodynamic evolution NIGS
Geol 181 Geophysics NIGS
Geol 190 Petroleum Geology NIGS
Geol 192 Non-Metallic Ore Deposits NIGS
Geol 193 Mineral Resources Nature, occurrence, and origin of metalliferous and non-metalliferous deposits; Assessment of resource materials NIGS
Geol 194 Metalliferous Ore Deposits NIGS
Geol 195 Energy Resources The geology, genesis, exploration and development of Earth's major economic natural energy resources, with emphasis on the Philippines NIGS
Geol 196 Undergraduate Seminar Research and presentation on important topics in geology NIGS
Geol 197 Special Topics in Geology NIGS
Geol 198 Laws and Policies in Geology Overview of policies and laws related to the ethical practice of geology, with emphasis on the Philippines NIGS
Geol 199 Undergraduate Research Conceptualization and conduct of geological research NIGS
Geol 200 Undergraduate Thesis Conduct of research and preparation of a geologic report at the undergraduate level NIGS
Geol 203 Geochemical Exploration NIGS
Geol 205 Geochemistry NIGS
Geol 207 Mineral Equilibria NIGS
Geol 208 Geochemistry of Hydrocarbons NIGS
Geol 212 Advanced Structural Geology NIGS
Geol 213 Photogeology and Remote Sensing NIGS
Geol 214 Geotectonics NIGS
Geol 215 Advanced Field Geology NIGS
Geol 216 Geology for Large Infrastructures NIGS
Geol 217 Hydrogeology NIGS
Geol 218 Urban Geology NIGS
Geol 230 Marine Geology NIGS
Geol 232 Systematic Invertebrate Paleontology NIGS
Geol 237 Advanced Micropaleontology NIGS
Geol 241 X-Ray Crystallography and Spectrography NIGS
Geol 243 Crystal Chemistry and Crystal Physics NIGS
Geol 250 Igneous Petrology NIGS
Geol 251 Metamorphic Petrology NIGS
Geol 252 Sedimentology NIGS
Geol 253 Sedimentary Petrology NIGS
Geol 254 Volcanism NIGS
Geol 255 Geothermal Resources NIGS
Geol 260 Stratigraphic Analysis NIGS
Geol 261 Paleogeology NIGS
Geol 270 Ore Microscopy NIGS
Geol 271 Mining Geology NIGS
Geol 272 Advanced Petroleum Geology NIGS
Geol 273 Advanced Mineral Deposits NIGS
Geol 274 Environmental Geology NIGS
Geol 275 Mineral Resource Economics NIGS
Geol 276.2 Metallic Mineral Resources NIGS
Geol 276.3 Nonmetallic Mineral Resources NIGS
Geol 276.4 Energy Resources NIGS
Geol 277.1 Quantitative Methods in Mineral Economics I NIGS
Geol 277.2 Quantitative Methods in Mineral Economics II NIGS
Geol 278 Quantitative Methods Applied to Exploration NIGS
Geol 279 Energy and Mineral Policies NIGS
Geol 281 Geophysical Exploration I NIGS
Geol 282 Geophysical Exploration II NIGS
Geol 283 Geophysical Exploration III NIGS
Geol 284 Solid Earth Geophysics NIGS
Geol 285 Geophysical Prospecting NIGS
Geol 289 Economics and Management of Mineral Exploration and Development NIGS
Geol 290 Fundamental Problems in Geology NIGS
Geol 296 Seminar NIGS
Geol 298 Seminar in Mineral Economics NIGS
Geol 300 Master's Thesis NIGS
Geol 331 Environmental Geology NIGS
Geol 399 Research NIGS
Geol 400 PhD Dissertation NIGS
Geology 297 Special Topics in Geology NIGS
German 00 Lectures in German A phonetic German course, including pronunciation, diction and grammar. Open only to students of the Conservatory of Music. DEL
German 10 Elementary Course Pronunciation, grammar, easy readings, with practice in speaking and writing German. DEL
German 11 Elementary Course Continuation of German 10 DEL
German 12 Intermediate Course Class and outside reading of selected texts. Grammar and written exercises continued. DEL
German 13 Intermediate Course Continuation of German 12 DEL
German 14 Advanced Language Course I DEL
German 15 Advanced Language Course II Continuation of German 14 DEL
German 16 Advanced Language Course III in German Advanced training in linguistic, communicative and intercultural knowledge and skills in German DEL
German 20 Advanced Language Course I DEL
German 21 Advanced Language Course II Continuation of German 20 DEL
German 30 Advanced Spoken German I Prerequisite: 12 units of German DEL
German 31 Advanced Spoken German II Continuation of German 30 DEL
German 40 Advanced Grammar Advanced principles of grammar along with practice in their application. DEL
German 45 Introduction to German Phonetics and Phonology DEL
German 50 Advanced Syntax and Composition DEL
German 51 Text Engagement in German Development of critical reading skills in German DEL
German 60 Composition Mechanics of composition and of its different genres. DEL
German 61 Academic Writing in German Structure, content, formalities and ethics academic writing in German DEL
German 70 Critical Theories in German Analysis of literary and cultural texts in German DEL
German 80 German Stylistics Introduction to German stylistics using literary texts. DEL
German 100 German Culture and Civilization Readings in the historical development of civilization in Germany. DEL
German 100 History of German Literature This course is designed to introduce the students to the lives and works of the more important authors and to give an insight into the different epochs of German literature. DEL
German 101 Contemporary German Culture and Civilization Continuation of German 100 DEL
German 105 Masterpieces of German Literature This course enables the student to read intelligently the great authors of Germany. Special attention is given to prosody, to vocabulary and syntax and to the literary merits of each work. DEL
German 106 Masterpieces of German Literature Continuation of German 105 DEL
German 110 German Literature I A survey of German literature from the Origins to Neoclassicism DEL
German 110 Survey of German Literature DEL
German 111 German Literature II A survey of German literature from the Romantic Period to the 21st Century DEL
German 120 Representative German Authors Designed to introduce the students to the lives and works of the more important authors and to give an insight into the different epochs of German literature. DEL
German 121 Representative German Authors II Continuation of German 120 DEL
German 130 German Linguistics I Basic structural features of German and their application in foreign language learning DEL
German 131 German Linguistics II Research methods in German applied linguistics DEL
German 140 Technical German DEL, DEL
German 142 Scientific Language DEL
German 150 Masterpieces of German Literature The great authors of Germany, with special attention to prosody, vocabulary and syntax and the literary merits of each work. DEL
German 151 Masterpieces of German Literature II Continuation of German 150 DEL
German 152 History of the German Language A survey of the historical development of the German language; beginnings in the Indo-European Period; evolution of Primitive Germanic characteristics of Germanic languages; development of Old High German; study of early texts. DEL
German 153 History of the German Language Development of the Germanic language through Old High German, Middle High German to Modern German, and changes in the language from Luther to the present time. Reading and discussion of representative texts. DEL
German 160 Contemporary German Literature DEL
German 161 Contemporary German Literature II DEL
German 170 Techniques of German Translation DEL
German 197 Special Topics DEL
German O-F German Diction German phonetics, including pronunciation, diction and grammar. (Open only to students of the Conservatory of Music) DEL
German O-S German Diction Continuation of German O-F DEL
GmE 202 Principles of Remote Sensing DGE
GmE 203 Principles of Geographic Information Systems DGE
GmE 205 Object-Oriented Programming for Geomatic Applications DGE
GmE 210 Spatial Visualization Theory and application of both abstract and realistic visualization in two, three and four dimensions. Color theory; communication theory; cartography; map animation; hypermapping; environmental visualization; and augmented reality; three-dimensional modeling and transformations; perspective; hidden surface algorithms; illumination models; texture mapping; ray tracing; animation; applications of scientific and environmental visualization for planning and management in built and natural environments. DGE
GmE 211 Satellite Geodesy Theory and applications of modern satellite geodesy; theory and applications of satellite positioning, particularly in a geodetic context. Specific topics include: time systems, orbit computation, geodetic datum definition and coordinate systems, introduction to satellite positioning, error modeling, practical applications and considerations, data processing strategies, heights from GPS and geoid modeling and recent developments in satellite geodesy. DGE
GmE 216 Field Techniques in Applied Geodesy and Remote Sensing Field techniques for analysis, modeling accuracy assessment in remote sensing and geographic information systems. Application in resource mapping, monitoring and prediction. DGE
GmE 217 Cadastral Data Management Introduction to Land Administration, Land Policy; Land Tenure and Security; Legal Aspects; Land Registration and Cadastre; Land Reform; Spatial Data Infrastructure; Land Information Systems; ICT and Land Administration; Information system modeling - UML Cadastral data analysis and modeling; Core Cadastral Domain Model; Marine cadastre; Property valuation and taxation. DGE
GmE 220 Spatial Databases Fundamentals of spatial databases; spatial data modeling including entity-relationship and object-oriented data models; indexes and access methods including B-trees, quadtrees, and R-trees; and query languages and query processing. DGE
GmE 221 Spatial Analysis Spatial data types; data structures for spatial data; point patterns; measures of dispersion, arrangements; patterns of lines; paths, branching, topology and concepts of distance; patterns of area; patterns in fields; the role of spatial scale and spatial aggregation problems; exploratory spatial data analysis; and spatial autocorrelation. DGE
GmE 222 Advanced Geographic Information Systems Theory and application of advanced techniques in resource estimation, prediction and evaluation using GIS. Design of GIS; Temporal GIS; 3-D GIS; Spatial data quality; Error propagation; Model integration/coupling with GIS; Agent-Based Modeling. DGE
GmE 223 Integrated Spatial Systems Fundamental concepts, theory, and applications of integrating spatial technologies with enabling technologies, such as wireless communications and the Internet: studies in positioning techniques and measurement integration; distributed GIS, web mapping, interoperability; location-based services. DGE
GmE 230 Microwave Remote Sensing Theory and application of microwave remote sensing in resource mapping, monitoring and prediction; Radar development; Side Looking Radars (SLAR); Synthetic Aperture Radar, Imaging polarimetry, interferometry, radar altimetry, passive microwave systems. DGE
GmE 231 Lidar Remote Sensing Principles, technologies and applications of hyperspectral remote sensing; spectral matching; spectral mixing analysis; high-dimensional implications for supervised classification. DGE
GmE 232 Hyperspectral Remote Sensing Principles, technologies and applications of hyperspectral remote sensing; spectral matching; spectral mixing analysis; high-dimensional implications for supervised classification. DGE
GmE 233 Close-Range Photogrammetry Principle and methods of close-range digital photogrammetry; industrial, engineering and other applications of vision metrology. DGE
GmE 241 Mathematical Geodesy and Adjustments of Geodetic Observations Review of Least Square Adjustments; Network deformation and analysis; Theory of Elasticity; Least-squares Collocation; Non-linear Adjustments; Datum Transformation Techniques; Ring Theory and Polynomial Theory as applied to problems in Geodesy. DGE
GmE 242 Satellite Positioning, Signal Processing and Numerical Methods Space-based positioning systems (such as GPS) are used in conjunction with sophisticated mathematical modelling to solve the problems of determining 3-D position on and near the surface of the earth. Static and kinematic positioning with the Global Positioning System (GPS). Inertial positioning; astronomic positioning; VLBI positioning; satellite laser ranging. Horizontal, vertical and three-dimensional networks; pre-analysis and post-analysis; theory of heights; gravimetry; global and local geoid determination; astrogeodetic, gravimetric and combined methods; leveling by GPS and the geoid. Introduction to signal processing, time series analysis and FFT techniques. Kalman filtering. DGE
GmE 243 Satellite-Based Positioning Systems (SBPS) Technology Development SBPS receiver-software interface development; GPS functional library; GPS data platform and processing core; Concept of precise kinematic positioning and flight-state monitoring; precision estimation and comparisons. Application of GPS Theory and Algorithms. DGE
GsE 188 Digital Photogrammetry Theories and methodologis for mono and stereo photogrammetry and generation of photogrammetric outputs DGE
GsE 188 Modern Photogrammetry Mono and stereo photogrammetry; principles of vertical photogrammetry; principles of vertical photography and stereoscopy; optics; image coordinate refinement; theory of orientation and aerial triangulation; digital image processing; DEM, contour and orthophoto generation; principles of satellite photogrammetry; close-range applications. DGE
GsE 189 Remote Sensing: Theory and Applications Fundamental concepts of remote sensing; electromagnetic radiation principles; history of aerial photography and space imaging; elements of visual interpretation; sensors and platform characteristics; digital image processing; information extraction; thermal infrared, microwave and LIDAR remote sensing; thematic mapping applications. DGE, DGE