An Introduction to Geographical Information Systems (3rd Edition) |
 enlarge | Authors: Ian Heywood, Sarah Cornelius, Steve Carver
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 57038
Media: Paperback
Edition: 3
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Pages: 464
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.4
Dimensions (in): 10.3 x 7.5 x 1
ISBN: 0131293176
Dewey Decimal Number: 910.285
EAN: 9780131293175
ASIN: 0131293176
Publication Date: June 4, 2006
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Product Description
The third edition of this successful text continues to provide a clear, practical and accessible introduction to the world of Geographical Information Systems. A selection of new features helps to explain and demonstrate how GIS are actually used, across a variety of disciplines and within a range of industries. This edition is fully updated and includes coverage of the latest topics, such as web-based and mobile GIS. An increased focus is also placed on the practical applications of GIS to show their relevance and use within the world around us.
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Tech Students April 26, 2002
4 out of 7 found this review helpful
My husband is taking AutoCAD Drafting and Design at a note worthy technical school and out of all the tech books they have reviewed this one stands out with the most precise and informative information. This is the first year they offered this program.
Best organization of all introductory GIS texts April 21, 1999
21 out of 21 found this review helpful
This book has the best organization of all the GIS texts I've read. Other texts have either too little or too much on some topics (especially GIS project management and GIS analysis). This one has an excellent balance. A little more on data sources would have been nice. The British authors use a few terms American students won't recognize, but it reads very well. I'm recommending it right now over other overviews of GIS.
Excellent Introductory Level GIS book December 17, 1998
21 out of 21 found this review helpful
This book introduces the basic principles of GIS from the perspective of a new user. Topics are covered with enough depth so that the book will also be beneficial to longer-term users. The writing style, graphics and case studies are presented in a simple and easy to read format. The book could be used as a text for a course or read by anyone interested in learning the fundamentals behind GIS technology. There is also a web site for the book that will allow readers access to current trends in GIS and URLs for case studies.
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