Course on Object-based image analysis

Dr. Michael Wurm from the German Aerospace Center (DLR) gave a class about Object-based image analysis (OBIA) using the eCognition Software for the EAGLE students. The course gives an insight into the theoretical basis of OBIA and using different datasets and tasks practical application is taught. This course strengthens the understanding of how information can be extracted from remote sensing data for a variety of scientific application.

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