UAS Based Photogrammetric Mapping
CE59700
Credit Hours:
1Learning Objective:
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Explain the principles of image-based mapping
- Identify/select systems/sensors/platforms and design flight plan to meet the needs of a specific application
- Conduct a UAS-based mapping project using an imaging system
- Evaluate the quality of UAS-based photogrammetric products
Topics Covered:
Photogrammetry; Vertical Photography; Photogrammetry Mission Planning; Vector/Matrix Manipulation Basics; Error/Uncertainty Propagation; Point Positioning Equations; Theory of Photogrammetric Orientation; Camera and System Calibration; Photogrammetric Bundle Adjustment; Orthophoto Generation
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of Module 1 "UAS-Based Mapping: Basic Principles" or equivalent as a prerequisite
Web Address:
https://purdue.brightspace.com
Web Content:
Syllabus, grades, lecture notes, homework assignments, solutions and quizzes
Homework:
Your learning will be assessed through a combination of participation, homework and quizzes spread throughout the course. Details on those assignments and exams and guidelines on discussion and evaluation will be posted on the course website. There will be three homework assignments (40 points total) and two quizzes (25 points each).
- Class participation: 10%
- Homework: 40%
- Timed Quizzes: 50%
Textbooks:
Tentative Optional Textbooks
- Mikhail, E. Bethel, J., McGlone, J., 2001. Introduction to Modern Photogrammetry. John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
- McGlone, C., Mikhail, E., Bethel, J., 2012. Manual of Photogrammetry, Sixth Edition, American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing.
- Wolf, P. Dewitt, B., 200. Elements of Photogrammetry with Applications in GIS. McGraw-Hill
- Krauss, K., 1993. Photogrammetry, Volume 1: Fundamentals and Standard Processes. Dummler/Bonn.
- Krauss, K. 1997. Photogrammetry, Volume 2: Advanced Methods and Applications. Dummler/Bonn.
Additional readings might be provided throughout the course.
Computer Software Resources:
- Pix4D trial: https://www.pix4d.com/try-software
- CloudCompare (free download): https://www.danielgm.net/cc/
- Matlab: https://www.mathworks.com/products/matlab.html
- Octave (free download): https://www.gnu.org/software/octave/index