
Title: | Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and science |
Authors: | Paul A. Longley ; Michael F. Goodchild ; David J. Maguire |
Material Type: | book |
Publisher: | Hoboken, N.J. : John Wiley & Sons, 2001 |
ISBN / ISSN / EAN : | 978-0-471-89275-5 |
Size: | 25 cm |
Bibliography note: | Includes bibliographical references and index |
Languages: | English |
Subjects: | Geographic information systems ; Problem solving |
Description: |
"Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and science" is a landmark in the evolution of GIS. It is a book that captures and redefines the richness and diversity of GIS, in an accessible form. It presents a clearly-defined path to a world of learning about GIS, using the Internet and closely-coupled reference sources. It is richly produced and illustrated unlike any other in the field, with over 300 full color illustrations.
It presents comprehensive treatments of: - Geographic information science - the scientific context to GIS, technical content and geographic implications. - The real value of GIS - illustrated using real world applications. Treatments emphasize operational, tactical and strategic issues. - The impact of Internet GIS on interdisciplinary science and on society - The pivotal role of GIS as a business driver in the information age - including the role of GIS as a business asset and the organizational dynamics of its use in practice. |
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Barcode | Call number | Media type | Location | Section | Status | Donated by | Digital Bookplate |
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009488 | G70.212.G46 2001 | Book | ISU Library | Closed-stack | Available |