An Introduction to Geographical Information Systems - Softcover

Heywood, Ian; Etc.; Cornelius, Sarah; Carver, Steve

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0582089409 ISBN 13: 9780582089402

Verlag: Pearson Education Limited, 1998

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Book by Heywood Ian Cornelius Sarah Carver Steve

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This authoratitive book offers an up-to-date introduction to the world of Geographical Information Systems. It is designed to be easy to use for students at all levels, from undergraduates to professionals retraining in GIS. The book focuses on the practical application of GIS, and considers how the technology works. Each chapter addresses a specific theme and is backed up with examples and directed reading. The glossary, index and suggestions for further study will help the reader to find all the information needed for getting to grips with the subject. Revision questions are provided at the end of each chaper to reinforce the concepts and issues introduced. The book has its own internet site providing supplementary material to the text. This book can be used to give the reader a quick tour through the world of GIS - to help the reader develop a thorough understanding of GIS or as a source of reference information. "Introduction to Geographical Information Systems" is an ideal text for undergraduates following courses in GIS and cartography. It will also be of interest to professionals retraining in GIS. A companion website for this book will be available from www.booksites.net in January 2000

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• Verlag: Pearson Education Limited
• Erscheinungsdatum: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0582089409
• ISBN 13: 9780582089402
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 296