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This comprehensive look at GIS doesn`t overwhelm with details, equations, or computer codes. Instead the author interweaves the ideas of geographic inquiry and spatial discovery, inviting readers to join in the excitement of discovery as it takes place within the computerized world of the digital GIS databases. After discussing spatial... Moreand mapping concepts, the author sequentially addresses the components of GIS systems. A final chapter spotlights the process of designing and implementing a GIS system. Table of contents : • Introduction • Digital Geographic Data and Maps • Input, Storage, and Editing • Analysis: The Heart of the GIS • GIS Output • GIS Design, Applications, and Research Market Description : · Geographers · Environmental Resource Managers · Surveyors About Author : Michael N. DeMers is Department Head, Geology at New Mexico State University. He holds a BS and MS from University of North Dakota, and a Ph.D from University of Kansas.
ISBN: 9788126516865
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