Geographic information systems & science

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Geographic information systems & science

3rd ed.
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Effective use of today's powerful GIS technology requires an understanding of the science of problemsolving that underpins it. --

Since the first edition was published a decade ago, this book has led the way, with its focus on the scientific principles that underpin GIS usage. It has also Provided through, up-to-date coverage of GIS Procedures, techniques and Public Policy applications. This unique combination of science, technology and practical problem solving has made this book a bestseller across a broad spectrum of disciplines. --

This fully updated 3rd edition continues to deliver on these strengths. --Book Jacket.

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Wiley
Language
English
Pages
539

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Geographic information systems & science
2011, Wiley
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Geographic information: systems and science
2001, Wiley
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Table of Contents

Systems, science, and study
A gallery of applications
Representing geography
The nature of geographic data
Georeferencing
Uncertainty
GIS software
Geographic data modeling
GIS data collection
Creating and maintaining geographic databases
The GeoWeb
Cartography and map production
Geovisualization
Spatial data analysis
Spatial analysis and inference
Spatial modeling with GIS
Managing GIS
Operating safely with GIS
GIS partnerships
Epilogue: GIS&S in the service of humanity.

Edition Notes

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Published in
Hoboken, NJ
Other Titles
Geographic information systems and science

Classifications

Library of Congress
G70.212 .G44553 2011, G70.212

The Physical Object

Pagination
xix, 539 p.
Number of pages
539

Edition Identifiers

Open Library
OL30733710M
ISBN 10
0470721456, 0470721448
ISBN 13
9780470721452, 9780470721445
LCCN
2012472892
OCLC/WorldCat
502414068

Work Identifiers

Work ID
OL20829032W

Work Description

"Geographic Information Systems and Science has become the pre-eminent textbook in its field, for students and practitioners alike. Its unique approach communicates the richness and diversity of GIS in a lucid and accessible format. This fully revised and updated second edition reinforces the view of GIS as a gateway to science and problem solving, sets out the scientific principles that govern its use, and describes the impact of people on its development, design, and success."--Jacket.

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