NATRS 182 - Aerial Photos, GIS and Forest Navigation

Credits: 8
Teaches the use of compass and chain/tape, mapping, map reading, topography, orientation, area determination, triangulation, the U.S. survey system, note keeping, field reporting, GPS (Global Positioning Systems), pacing and Studies and uses aerial photographs to interpret vegetation and land forms, measure distance and direction, and to navigate. Uses extensive field exercises in individual, team, and group situations. Students conduct basic tree measurements as well as open and closed traverses of roads, trails, and areas. Students apply previously learned mathematical concepts and field skills.

Prerequisite: NATRS 180 with a grade of 2.0 or higher; and instructor’s permission.