ABSTRACT

This second edition of Geographic Information Systems builds on the strengths of the first, and incorporates important recent advances in GIS development and major new socioeconomic datasets including new census data. Martin presents an accessible introduction to the history, principles and techniques of GIS, with a unique focus on socioeconomic applications. This non-technical volume addresses the needs of students and professionals who must understand and use GIS for the first time.

chapter 1|7 pages

Introduction

chapter 2|21 pages

The Development of GIS

chapter 3|18 pages

GIS Applications

chapter 4|20 pages

Theories of GIS

chapter 5|27 pages

Data Collection and Input

chapter 6|20 pages

Data Storage

chapter 7|22 pages

Data Manipulation

chapter 8|22 pages

Data Output and Display

chapter 9|20 pages

Towards a Socioeconomic GIS

chapter 10|6 pages

Conclusion