Remote Sensing

=Remote Sensing 2008=
 * "Participants will use satellite imagery of Mars and other resources to identify and interpret geologic features, answer questions, or solve problems." - Remote Sensing 2008 Rules

In a nutshell, Remote Sensing is a multiple choice test, usually with timed stations. Take advantage of the event parameters section (resources), but do NOT bring so much unfamiliar material that it takes you a long time to find anything. A topographic map is useful to have for practices, preferably in the highest quality you can. Remember that you will also be tested on science process skills, as per the rules.

Links to Start With

 * http://www.soinc.org/events/remotesense/index.htm
 * The official Science Olympiad website has many links, official rule clarifications, and tips on how to improve your binder.


 * http://cmex.ihmc.us/CMEX/index.html OR http://mars.jpl.nasa.gov
 * Mars Topographic Map, as referenced by the official rules.


 * http://pubs.usgs.gov/imap/i2782/i2782_sh1.pdf and http://pubs.usgs.gov/imap/i2782/i2782_sh2.pdf
 * Direct links to the Mars Topographic Maps from pubs.usgs.gov - note they are large in file size.


 * http://www.michiganso.org/mars_remote_sensing_course.htm or http://www.michiganso.org/resources.htm
 * The other link in the rules has probably moved here instead. There is a great online course dedicated to Remote Sensing and a great topographic map.
 * http://www.tx.ncsu.edu/science_olympiad/Tournament_information/Event_rules_nc/remote_sensing.cfm
 * Usually had good event resources.


 * http://www.tufts.edu/as/wright_center/products/sci_olympiad/upload_1_15_05/pdf/remote_sensing_2005.pdf
 * This is a good document for Remote Sensing in general, without any focus on Mars. There are two pages of links at the end for you to use.


 * http://www.scioly.org/obb/board.php?FID=35
 * Feel free to ask any additional questions you might have about Remote Sensing here, as long as you follow the rules.