The
aim of the present case study is to use old USGS topographic maps in
conjunction with more recent aerial photos and satellite images to
determine the change in terminus location of the Mendenhall glacier and
monitor the retreat of this glacier over time.
After reading
through the reference materials provided and completing the case study,
students will be able to:
- Write a short review on the
glaciological applications of remote sensing;
- Quantify
terminus retreat of the Mendenhall glacier;
- Calculate glacial
area change over time for the Mendenhall glacier;
- Estimate
Mendenhall lake area increase over time; and
- Adapt the
outlined data processing scheme to study other glaciers.
