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Concepts and Techniques of Geographic Information Systems

Author : Chor Pang Lo

Publisher : Prentice Hall

Page : 560 pages

File Size : 39,67 MB

Release : 2007

Category : Science

ISBN :

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Book Description

Fully updated to reflect advances in GIS concepts and techniques, this guide approaches the subject from the broader context of information technology. Gives complete, up-to-date coverage to the concepts and techniques pertaining to every stage of the systems development life cycle of GIS, as well as its applications to various areas of spatial problem solving and decision making. For GIS specialists, GIS technologists, GIS sales directors, urban planners, natural resource managers, land surveyors, geomatics engineers, and foresters who want a complete understanding of GIS and how GIS applies to their fields of interest.



Key Concepts and Techniques in GIS

Author : Jochen Albrecht

Publisher : SAGE

Page : 121 pages

File Size : 43,2 MB

Release : 2007-08-20

Category : Science

ISBN : 1849206511

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Book Description

Key Concepts and Techniques in GIS is a concise overview of the fundamental ideas that inform geographic information science. It provides detailed descriptions of the concepts and techniques that anyone using GIS software must fully understand to analyse spatial data. Short and clearly focussed chapters provide explanations of: spatial relationships and spatial data the creation of digital data, the use and access of existing data, the combination of data the use of modelling techniques and the essential functions of map algebra spatial statistics and spatial analysis geocomputation - including discussion of neural networks, cellular automata, and agent-based modelling Illustrated throughout with explanatory figures, the text also includes a glossary, cross referenced to discussion in the text. Written very much from a user′s perspective, Key Concepts and Techniques in GIS is highly readable refresher course for intermediate level students and practitioners of GIS in the social and the natural sciences.



Geographic Information Systems: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications

Author : Management Association, Information Resources

Publisher : IGI Global

Page : 2281 pages

File Size : 49,43 MB

Release : 2012-09-30

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 1466620390

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Book Description

Developments in technologies have evolved in a much wider use of technology throughout science, government, and business; resulting in the expansion of geographic information systems. GIS is the academic study and practice of presenting geographical data through a system designed to capture, store, analyze, and manage geographic information. Geographic Information Systems: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications is a collection of knowledge on the latest advancements and research of geographic information systems. This book aims to be useful for academics and practitioners involved in geographical data.





Geographic Information Systems Demystified

Author : Stephen R. Galati

Publisher : Artech House Publishers

Page : 320 pages

File Size : 46,19 MB

Release : 2006

Category : Science

ISBN :

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Book Description

Geographic information systems (GIS)--a central repository of geographic data collected from various sources, including satellites and GPS--is emerging as one of the most intriguing and promising high-tech fields. This easy-to-understand resource provides technical and nontechnical professionals, regardless of their background, with an accessible and practical guide to important GIS know-how.



Geographic Information Systems in Ecology

Author : Carol A Johnston

Publisher : Wiley-Blackwell

Page : 256 pages

File Size : 14,13 MB

Release : 1998-02-11

Category : Science

ISBN : 9780632038596

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Book Description

Geographical information systems are one of the most revolutionary and important tools that have become available to ecological researchers in recent years. Many ecologists are unaware, however, of the full power of GIS techniques and are not using them to their full advantage. By providing examples of ecological applications at scales ranging from organisms to landscapes, this new book offers basic information on the variety of analyses available using GIS. Also discussed is the full scope for linkage to related technologies like remote sensing and methods like spatially explicit modelling. Researchers will find this an invaluable guide to applying and getting the most out of GIS techniques. Presumes no previous GIS experience. A practical guide to using GIS in ecological research. Uses numerous and varied experimental examples and data.



Geographic Information Systems for the Social Sciences

Author : Steven J. Steinberg

Publisher : SAGE Publications

Page : 273 pages

File Size : 12,32 MB

Release : 2005-08-04

Category : Social Science

ISBN : 1483303462

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Book Description

Geographic Information Systems for the Social Sciences: Investigating Space and Place is the first book to take a cutting-edge approach to integrating spatial concepts into the social sciences. In this text, authors Steven J. Steinberg and Sheila L. Steinberg simplify GIS (Geographic Information Systems) for practitioners and students in the social sciences through the use of examples and actual program exercises so that they can become comfortable incorporating this research tool into their repertoire and scope of interest. The authors provide learning objectives for each chapter, chapter summaries, links to relevant Web sites, as well as suggestions for student research projects.



Geographic Information Systems and Health Applications

Author : Khan, Omar A.

Publisher : IGI Global

Page : 344 pages

File Size : 33,9 MB

Release : 2002-07-01

Category : Computers

ISBN : 1591400767

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Book Description

"This book presents a sampling of the many applications utilizing GIS in the field of health, including needs of less-developed countries in utilizing the concepts and technologies of mapping"--Provided by publisher.



Geospatial Analysis

Author : Michael John De Smith

Publisher : Troubador Publishing Ltd

Page : 417 pages

File Size : 41,38 MB

Release : 2007

Category : Mathematics

ISBN : 1905886608

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Book Description

Addresses a range of analytical techniques that are provided within modern Geographic Information Systems and related geospatial software products. This guide covers: the principal concepts of geospatial analysis; core components of geospatial analysis; and, surface analysis, including surface form analysis, gridding and interpolation methods.



An Introduction to Geographic Information Technology

Author : Suchandra Choudhury

Publisher : I. K. International Pvt Ltd

Page : 281 pages

File Size : 23,45 MB

Release : 2013-12-30

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 8188237663

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Book Description

Introduction to Geographic Information Technology is an up-to-date introduction that provides a balanced treatment of concepts and techniques required for GIS and Remote Sensing. The book focuses on foundation, integration and practical applications of GIS, Remote Sensing, GPS and other areas of Geographic Information Technology. It also considers how the technology. It also considers how the technology works. The book can be used to give the reader a quick tour through the world of Geographic Information Technology, to help the reader develop a thorough understanding of Geographic Information Technology or as a source of reference information. The authors are scientists, practitioners and teachers who understand student requirements in developing basic foundation required to build specific skills in Geographic Information Technology. The book presented with examples on the subject, makes the study of any branch of Geographic Information Technology from the broader context of geography in general to spatial information resource management in particular. It gives a wholesome coverage of GIS, Remote Sensing and GPS principles as well as data structures, spatial database modeling and their applications.