Aim
The aim of the course is to provide theoretical and practical knowledge on the generation of and information extraction from multi-spectral images in different wavelength regions and on different spatial scales. Basic knowledge on image processing should be attained.

Knowledge and understanding
For a passing grade the student must

have a basic knowledge on how spectroscopy allows to characterize materials and phenomena

have basic knowledge on image analysis and multi-variate methods

Skills and abilities
For a passing grade the student must

• be able to assess which spectral region is useful for a particular task

• be able to assess which characteristics are useful for a definite characterization of an image pixle

• be able to work with image analysis tools

• have an increased competence for presenting in writing an accomplished project.

• have an increased experience in working in groups of two or four persons towards a common goal.

• be able to search and acquire knowledge from English reference literature

Judgement and approach
For a passing grade the student must

Contents
Molecular physics and molecular spectroscopy, multispectral image registration, image processing, orientation on multivariate analysis, detector systems in the laboratory and in space, image processing systems. Space-based remote analysis and astronomical image analysis. Multi-spectral imaging for medical diagnostics and environmental studies.

Three laboratory sessions are included:

Digital visible and IR imaging

Image processing of data from the LANDSAT and SPOT satellites

Fluorescence imaging for medical and environmental diagnostics

Literature
Svanberg, S: Multi-spectral Imaging:
-from Astronomy to Microscopy
-from Radiowaves to Gammarays
(Compendium 2006)
Laboratory instructions, Multi-spectral Imaging.