An Introduction to Geographical Information Systems

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Pearson Prentice Hall, 2006 - Science - 426 pages

This text provides a clear introduction to the world of Geographical Information Systems and explains how they are actually used, across a variety of disciplines and within a range of industries..

  • Revision questions - allows students to test their understanding
  • 'Further Study - Reading' offers sources of additional information for those who wish to explore a topic further
  • 'Further Study - Activities' offers a selection of practical activities for the student to undertake to put into practice the techniques they have studied
  • Companion website includes simulated spreadsheet data for students' practice, as well as multiple-choice questions, revision questions and weblinks for further investigation and lecturer resources

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TitleAn Introduction to Geographical Information Systems
Pearson educación
AuthorsD. Ian Heywood, Sarah Cornelius, Steve Carver
Edition3, illustrated
PublisherPearson Prentice Hall, 2006
Original fromthe University of Michigan
Digitized6 Oct 2008
ISBN0131293176, 9780131293175
Length426 pages
Subjects ›  › 

Science / Earth Sciences / Geography
Technology & Engineering / Remote Sensing & Geographic Information Systems
Technology & Engineering / Surveying
  
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