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Introduction to Geographical Information Systems (PDF eBook) 4th edition


Introduction to Geographical Information Systems (PDF eBook) 4th edition

eBook by Heywood, Ian/Cornelius, Sarah/Carver, Steve

Introduction to Geographical Information Systems (PDF eBook)

£37.99

ISBN:
9780273722632
Publication Date:
21 Sep 2011
Edition:
4th edition
Publisher:
Pearson
Pages:
480 pages
Format:
eBook
For delivery:
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Introduction to Geographical Information Systems (PDF eBook)

Description

The full text downloaded to your computer With eBooks you can: search for key concepts, words and phrases make highlights and notes as you study share your notes with friends eBooks are downloaded to your computer and accessible either offline through the Bookshelf (available as a free download), available online and also via the iPad and Android apps. Upon purchase, you'll gain instant access to this eBook. Time limit TheeBooks products do not have an expiry date. You will continue to access yourdigitalebookproducts whilst you have yourBookshelf installed. The 4th Edition of this highly regarded and successful text continues to provide a clear and accessible introduction to the world of GIS for students and professionals.With an increased focus on the practical applications of GIS, the new edition features a wealth of new multi-disciplinary case studies and examples of GIS in practice, demonstrating how it is used worldwide and within a variety of different industries. Furthermore, the new edition has been substantially revised and updated to include coverage of the latest advances in GIS such as web and mobile applications. An Introduction to Geographical Information Systems is suitable for students of Geographical Information studies at all levels, from undergraduate to professionals retraining in GIS.

Contents

Part 1 Fundamentals of GIS 1 What is GIS? 2 Spatial data 3 Spatial data modelling 4 Database management 5 Data input and editing 6 Data analysis 7 Analytical modelling in GIS 8 Output: from new maps to enhanced decisions Part 2 Issues in GIS 9 The development of computer methods for handling spatial data 10 Data quality issues 11 Human and organizational issues 12 GIS project design and management 13.The Future of GIS

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