An introduction to geographical information systems

Ian Heywood, Sarah Cornelius, Steve Carver

310 pages, parution le 08/07/2003 (2^eme édition)

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Résumé

This authoritative book offers an up-to-date introduction to the world of Geographical Information Systems. Fully revised an updated it is designed to be easy to use for students at all levels, from undergraduates to professionals retraining in GIS. The book focuses on the practical application of GIS, and considers how the technology works.

Features

Each chapter addresses a specific theme and is backed up with examples and directed reading. The glossary, index and suggestions for further study help the reader to find all the information needed for getting to grips with the subject.
Revision questions are provided at the end of each chapter to reinforce the concepts and issues introduced.
The book has its own internet site providing supplementary material to the text.

Includes boxes for further information throughout, which allow for more in depth coverage of specific topics and case studies

Fundamentals of GIS
- What is GIS ?
- Spatial Data
- Spatial Data Modelling
- Attribute Data Management
- Data Input and Editing
- Data Analysis
- Analytical Modelling in GIS
- Output : From New Maps to Enhanced Decisions

Issues In GIS
- The Development of Computer Methods for Handing Spatial Data
- Data Quality Issues
- Human and Organizational Issues
- GIS Project Design and Management
- The Future of GIS

References
Glossary
Index

Caractéristiques techniques

	PAPIER
Éditeur(s)	Prentice Hall
Auteur(s)	Ian Heywood, Sarah Cornelius, Steve Carver
Parution	08/07/2003
Édition	2^eme édition
Nb. de pages	310
Format	19 x 24,5
Couverture	Broché
Poids	635g
Intérieur	Noir et Blanc
EAN13	9780130611987