Geographic Information Systems An Introduction

• Main Author: Bernhardsen, Tor (Author)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: New York JOHN WILEY & SONS, INC. 2002
• Edition: Third Edition
• Subjects: Geographic information systems
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• Physical Description: 428 pages illustrations 25 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references (p 362-364) and index
• ISBN: 9780471419686

Geographic Information Systems provides a practical, theory-driven overview of GIS that is supported with clear coverage of basic techniques. This treatment enables readers to understand the broad aspects of GIS without focusing on a specific software or discipline, such as engineering or geography. New features of this Third Edition include: up-to-date information on standardization efforts aimed at facilitating the exchange of ideas and data; technical content that is up to date with current hardware, software, database design, and analytical techniques; and comprehensive cost/benefit guidelines for choosing and evaluating a GIS, including coverage of organizational and technical issues. Complete with extensive references and links to online resources, Geographic Information Systems, Third Edition, is an exceptional resource for students of GIS, planning, land use, natural resources, civil and environmental engineering, real estate, and wildlife biology.