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GIS fundamentals : a first text on geographic information systems /

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Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are computer-based tools for the entry, maintenance and analysis of spatial data. GIS are critical for effective resource management and have been applied across a wide range of science, business and government projects. This book provides an introduction to the...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Bolstad, Paul (Author), Manson, Steven, 1972- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: White Bear Lake, Minnesota : Eider Press, [2022].
Edition:Seventh edition.
Subjects:
Geographic information systems > Textbooks.
Table of Contents:
  • An introduction to GIS
  • Data models
  • Geodesy, datums, projections
  • Maps, data entry, editing, output
  • GNSS and coordinate surveying
  • Aerial and satellite images
  • Digital data
  • Attribute data and tables
  • Basic spatial analysis
  • Topics in raster analysis
  • Terrain analysis
  • Spatial estimation, core areas
  • Spatial models and modeling
  • Data standards and quality
  • New developments in GIS.