This second edition of Geographic Information Systems builds on the strengths of the first, and incorporates important recent advances in GIS development and major new socioeconomic datasets including new census data. Martin presents an accessible introduction to the history, principles and techniques of GIS, with a unique focus on socioeconomic applications. This non-technical volume addresses the needs of students and professionals who must understand and use GIS for the first time.
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Second edition of successful text that takes into account recent advances in GIS development and new socioeconomic datasets including new census data. Written as an overview to GIS, it is an easy to use, non-technical introduction to the subject.
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Chapter 1 Introduction; Chapter 2 The Development of GIS; Chapter 3 GIS Applications; Chapter 4 Theories of GIS; Chapter 5 Data Collection and Input; Chapter 6 Data Storage; Chapter 7 Data Manipulation; Chapter 8 Data Output and Display; Chapter 9 Towards a Socioeconomic GIS; Chapter 10 Conclusion;
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`An insightful, comprehensive and accessible account of GIS theory and practice. Martin's own research is at the forefront of socioeconomic and demographic applications of GIS; This updated text is sure to be widely read and deserves to be high on the list of essential reading for all GIS users.' - Stephen Matthews, Pennsylvania State University
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9780415125710
Publisert
1995-12-14
Utgave
2. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
Routledge
Vekt
476 gr
Høyde
229 mm
Bredde
152 mm
Aldersnivå
U, G, 05, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Innbundet
Antall sider
236

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