Geographical Information Systems: An Introduction - Softcover

Delaney, Julie

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0195507894 ISBN 13: 9780195507898

Publisher: OUP Australia & New Zealand, 2000

Synopsis

Written for the novice, Geographical Information Systems: An Introduction introduces beginners to the vocabulary, concepts, principles, and procedures of GIS, explaining them in easy-to-understand language.

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Review

"In this new edition, Delaney and Van Niel present the functions of geographic information systems (GIS) with emphasis on concepts, principles, and operations rather than software. The writing is crisp and precise, carefully metering the jargon common in software-specific training manuals....An excellent book for nontechnical GIS managers or for senior members of an organization that uses GIS as a teaching, research, or decision-support tool....Highly recommended."--CHOICE"In summary, this is an excellent starting point for anyone who is starting to use GIS, and a valuable resource for anyone teaching courses on the subject. Even for those who aren't using GIS directly, it is a quick read that provides valuable background on the field to help understand the problems faced by GIS operators."--The Leading Edge "In this new edition, Delaney and Van Niel present the functions of geographic information systems (GIS) with emphasis on concepts, principles, and operations rather than software. The writing is crisp and precise, carefully metering the jargon common in software-specific training manuals....An excellent book for nontechnical GIS managers or for senior members of an organization that uses GIS as a teaching, research, or decision-support tool....Highly recommended."--CHOICE "In summary, this is an excellent starting point for anyone who is starting to use GIS, and a valuable resource for anyone teaching courses on the subject. Even for those who aren't using GIS directly, it is a quick read that provides valuable background on the field to help understand the problems faced by GIS operators."--The Leading Edge "In this new edition, Delaney and Van Niel present the functions of geographic information systems (GIS) with emphasis on concepts, principles, and operations rather than software. The writing is crisp and precise, carefully metering the jargon common in software-specific training manuals....Anexcellent book for nontechnical GIS managers or for senior members of an organization that uses GIS as a teaching, research, or decision-support tool....Highly recommended."--CHOICE"In summary, this is an excellent starting point for anyone who is starting to use GIS, and a valuable resource for anyone teaching courses on the subject. Even for those who aren't using GIS directly, it is a quick read that provides valuable background on the field to help understand the problemsfaced by GIS operators."--The Leading Edge "In summary, this is an excellent starting point for anyone who is starting to use GIS, and a valuable resource for anyone teaching courses on the subject. Even fro those who aren't using GIS directly, it is a quick read that provides valuable background on the field to help understand the problemsfaced by GIS operators."--The Leading Edge

Synopsis

Written for the novice, this text introduces beginners to the vocabulary, concepts, principles and procedures of GIS, explaining them in easy-to-understand language. The book is intended for undergraduate students taking courses in GIS in a variety of disciplines.

Edition details

• Publisher: OUP Australia & New Zealand
• Publication date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0195507894
• ISBN 13: 9780195507898
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 216