Demonstrate an understanding of
the Principles of Photo
Interpretation within a military
environment
Directorate Geospatial Intelligence (DGI)
The role of principles of photo interpretation is to utilise imagery analysis principles and techniques, with the
surveillance, target acquisition & reconnaissance assets, in order to improve the Commander’s Situational Spatial
Awareness to contribute to a successful campaign.
Contents
Figures................................................................................................................................................... 4
Tables.................................................................................................................................................... 5
Abbreviations........................................................................................................................................ 6
Definitions............................................................................................................................................. 9
Specific Outcome 1: Demonstrate an understanding of the basics of Photo Interpretation
Principles.................................................................................................................................. 14
Assessment Criteria 1.1.......................................................................................................................14
Define and explain Photo Interpretation...............................................................................................14
Assessment Criteria 1.2.......................................................................................................................15
Principles of Photo Interpretation (Taken from the MSC study of I.Henrico).........................................15
Specific Outcome 2: Demonstrate and understanding of various PI Techniques when
analysing an image..................................................................................................................20
Assessment Criteria 2.1.......................................................................................................................20
Sources and Techniques of image interpretation..................................................................................20
2.1.1 Collateral Material /Using Source Material.......................................................................20
2.1.2 Interpretation Keys...........................................................................................................21
2.1.3 Field Verification...............................................................................................................23
2.1.4 Detecting camouflage.......................................................................................................24
Assessment Criteria 2.2.......................................................................................................................26
Photo/Image interpretation levels when performing IMINT...................................................................26
Assessment Criteria 2.3.......................................................................................................................29
Imagery Intelligence Collection Target Categories................................................................................29
Assessment Criteria 2.4.......................................................................................................................35
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... 35
Interpretation checklist..........................................................................................................................35
Assessment Criteria 2.5.......................................................................................................................41
Image Interpreting Rating Scales.........................................................................................................41
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