Geographic information systems and science

Geographic information systems and science

by Goodchild, Michael F. Longley, Paul A. Maguire, David J. Rhind, David W.

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Effective use of today%s powerful GIS technology requires an understanding of the science of problem-solving that underpins it. Since the first edition published over a decade ago, this book has led the way, with its focus on the scientific principles that support GIS usage. It has also provided thorough, upto- 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 best-seller …

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Title Statements

  • Full title :Geographic information systems and science / Paul A. Longley ... [et al.].

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Effective use of today%s powerful GIS technology requires an understanding of the science of problem-solving that underpins it. Since the first edition published over a decade ago, this book has led the way, with its focus on the scientific principles that support GIS usage. It has also provided thorough, upto- 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 best-seller across a broad spectrum of disciplines. This fully updated 4th edition continues to deliver on these strengths.

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Edition Statements

  • Publication Date:cop. 2015.

Publication Statements

  • Publisher(s):John Wiley & Sons
  • Place of Publication:Hoboken
  • Language:eng
  • Publication Date:cop. 2015.

The Physical Object

  • Description:XVI, 477 str. : : ilustr., zvd. ; : 28 cm.

Edition Identifiers

  • ISBN:9781118676950, 1118676955
  • oclc:on1016140392

Table of Contents

Geographic information : science, systems, and society -- The nature of geographic data -- Representing geography -- Georeferencing -- Uncertainty -- GI system software -- Geographic data modeling -- Data collection -- Creating and maintaining geographic databases -- The GeoWeb -- Cartography and map production -- Geovisualization -- Spatial data analysis -- Spatial analysis and inference -- Spatial modeling with GI systems -- Managing GI systems -- Information and decision making -- Navigating the risks -- Epilog : GISS in the service of humanity.

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GIS

Writers

Goodchild, Michael F. Longley, Paul A. Maguire, David J. Rhind, David W.

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