Concepts and Techniques in Geographic Information Systems

by Chor Pang Lo

Emphasizing a balance between theory and technique, this book gives professionals a comprehensive and up-to-date review of the skills and concepts they need to use GIS in all its forms and implementations. Provides complete coverage of the concepts and techniques pertaining to every stage of the systems development life cycle of GIS and its applications in various areas of spatial problem solving and decision making. Includes topics that are not usually covered in other GIS texts, such as, the principles and practice of information resource management, information systems development methodology, spatial database modeling and design, and more. For GIS specialists, GIS technologists, GIS sales directors, urban planners, natural resource managers, land surveyors, geomatics engineers, and foresters who want a complete understanding of GIS and how GIS applies to their fields of interest.

492 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2002