Geographical Information Systems and Computer Cartography by Chris B Jones

Geographical Information Systems and Computer Cartography by Chris B Jones

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Provides a general introduction to the field which emphasises the basic concepts and technological foundations, gradually progressing from a basic introduction to the field to a more detailed treatment of particular aspects of the technology.

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Geographical Information Systems and Computer Cartography by Chris B Jones

A concise text presenting the fundamental concepts in Geographical Information Systems (GIS), emphasising an understanding of techniques in management, analysis and graphic display of spatial information. Divided into five parts - the first part reviews the development and application of GIS, followed by a summary of the characteristics and representation of geographical information. It concludes with an overview of the functions provided by typical GIS systems. Part Two introduces co-ordinate systems and map projections, describes methods for digitising map data and gives an overview of remote sensing. Part Three deals with data storage and database management, as well as specialised techniques for accessing spatial data. Spatial modelling and analytical techniques for decision making form the subject of Part Four, while the final part is concerned with graphical representation, emphasising issues of graphics technology, cartographic design and map generalisation.
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ISBN 13 9780582044395
ISBN 10 0582044391
Title Geographical Information Systems and Computer Cartography
Author Chris B Jones
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published 1997-07-30
Number of pages 336
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