Geographical Information Systems and Computer Cartography
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Book Overview
A concise text presenting the fundamental concepts in Geographical Information Systems (GIS), emphasising an understanding of techniques in management, analysis and graphic display of spatial information.
Divided into five parts - the first part reviews the development and application of GIS, followed by a summary of the characteristics and representation of geographical information. It concludes with an overview of the functions provided by typical GIS systems. Part Two introduces co-ordinate systems and map projections, describes methods for digitising map data and gives an overview of remote sensing. Part Three deals with data storage and database management, as well as specialised techniques for accessing spatial data. Spatial modelling and analytical techniques for decision making form the subject of Part Four, while the final part is concerned with graphical representation, emphasising issues of graphics technology, cartographic design and map generalisation.Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:B0073CTU9U
ISBN13:9780582044395
Release Date:July 1997
Publisher:Routledge
Length:336 Pages
Weight:1.65 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 7.5" x 9.8"
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Business & Management Computer Technology Computers & Technology Earth Sciences Education & Reference Engineering Geography GIS Graphics & Multimedia Information Systems Programming Science Science & Math Science & Scientists Science & Technology Social Science Social Sciences TechnologyCustomer Reviews
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One of the best text books on GIS and Computer Cartography
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
Despite the fact that the book is rather old (1997) it covers efficiently a considerable number of issues on GIS and Computer Cartography. I found it very useful and I recommend it to all those who want to get into the field. It is evident that a new edition is required to cover the recent developments i.e. Open systems, Internet GIS and Location Based Services.
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