Exciting course offering for current students as well as others looking for more education and some field experience.

Instrumentation explored ranges from handheld mapping-grade GPS receivers and optical laser survey instruments to our new remote-controlled quadcopter photographic drone!

Gain experience with a camera drone* (in accordance with policy) and participate in a weekend survey trip!

With the drone capability, generate and use highly detailed orthomosaics and 3D models.

See course description below. Register through MaineStreet Student Self-Service or contact Registration Services (calling (207) 780-5230 or walk-in works, too)

Open registration begins Monday, Nov 27.

GEO 340 Digital Mapping <With a new quadcopter photographic drone!>
- Students are exposed to the latest digital survey gear and integrated techniques with applications in geoscience, geography, and environmental science. Instrumentation includes both static and real-time kinematic GPS (global positioning system) and autolock servo-driven electronic total station. Detailed precision survey data are combined with geo-referenced maps and imagery in GIS software.
Fridays 9:00AM - 3:00PM, USM Gorham Campus, Bailey Hall 302

Dr. Mark Swanson, Structural Geologist and Certified Remote Pilot
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