An introduction to geographical information systems / Ian Heywood, Sarah Cornelius, and Steve Carver.
By: Heywood, D. Ian
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Contributor(s): Cornelius, Sarah
| Carver, Steve
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Material type:
BookPublisher: Harlow, England ; New York : Prentice Hall, 2002Edition: 2nd ed.Description: xv, 295 p. : ill. (some col.), col. maps ; 25 cm.ISBN: 0130611980 (pbk.); 9780130611987.Other title: Geographical information systems.Subject(s): Geographic information systems| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| General lending | MTU Kerry North Campus Library First Floor Main | 910.285 HEY (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 38888000414122 |
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
This authoritative text offers an up-to-date introduction to the world of geographical information systems (GIS). It is designed to be easy-to-use for students at all levels, from undergraduates to professionals retraining in GIS.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 267-281).
Table of contents provided by Syndetics
- 1 What is GIS?
- 2 Spatial Data
- 3 Spatial Data Modelling
- 4 Attribute Data Management
- 5 Data Input and Editing
- 6 Data Analysis
- 7 Analytical Modelling in GIS
- 8 Output: from new maps to enhanced decisions
- 9 Development of Computer Methods For Handling Spatial Data
- 10 Data Quality Issues
- 11 Human and Organizational Issues
- 12 GIS Project Design and Management
- 13 The Future of GIS