Application of remote sensing and geo-information systems to deforestation detection and watershed conservation : a case study in Luc Ngan watershed, Vietnam | |
| Author | Tran Van Hung |
| Call Number | AIT Thesis no.SR-96-11 |
| Subject(s) | Remote sensing--Vietnam Geographic information systems Deforestation--Control--Vietnam |
| Note | A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree of Master of Science. |
| Publisher | Asian Institute of Technology |
| Series Statement | Thesis ; no. SR-96-11 |
| Abstract | Forest cover loss is becoming a major concern in the conservation and rehabilitation of the environment. This study aims to find out the forest cover loss in Luc Ngan watershed and to create a protection map for this area. This research presents a descriptive profile of the loss of the forest cover in the past 8 years (1984 - 1992) in Luc Ngan and analysis of correlationship of forest cover loss and its causes. Remotely sensed data (landsat TM) satellite imageries integrated with geographical information system (GIS) formed the basis for mapping forest cover of the study area. In this study, three satellite images were used in forest loss analysis while the GIS was used for watershed conservation mapping. |
| Year | 1996 |
| Corresponding Series Added Entry | Asian Institute of Technology. Thesis ; no. SR-96-11 |
| Type | Thesis |
| School | School of Environment, Resources, and Development (SERD) |
| Department | Other Field of Studies (No Department) |
| Academic Program/FoS | Space Technology Application and Research (SR) |
| Chairperson(s) | Andrianasolo, Haja; |
| Examination Committee(s) | Kaew Nualchawee;Delsol, Jean Pierre; |
| Scholarship Donor(s) | French Government, Scholarship donor; |
| Degree | Thesis (M. Sc.) - Asian Institute of Technology, 1996 |