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GIS and Cartographic Modeling is a foundational work in the field of geographic information systems (GIS). An introduction to the concepts, conventions, and capabilities of map algebra as a general language, this book describes the analytical use of raster-based GIS. By focusing on the fundamentals of cartographic modeling techniques, C. Dana Tomlin illustrates concepts that can be applied to any GIS. This publication of GIS and Cartographic Modeling contains updated graphics and a new preface.

Cost: $45

Author: 

C. Dana Tomlin

Published: 

2012-10-01, ESRI Press

ISBN: 

9781589483095

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GIS & Crime covers the theoretical principles, data processing solutions, partnership working, analytical methods, problem-solving approaches, and map design for GIS and crime in a manner that underpins GIS application use in three broad areas (operational, tactical and strategic). The book also includes short case studies at relevant sections to help demonstrate how the principles and concepts are essential for successful application development. These case studies bring a richness and depth to the text and draw from the authors’ international contacts and knowledge of excellence in the field to offer a global tone to the book.

Author: 

Spencer Chainey and Jerry Ratcliffe

Published: 

2005-05-05, Wiley

ISBN: 

0-470-86099-5

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GIS and hydraulic modeling are complementary technologies. By integrating them with each other, water utility companies can reap substantial time and cost savings. A well-designed integration of the two systems provides ready access to mission-critical data. As a result, risk-of-failure analysis, repair and replacement, capacity assessment, capital improvement planning, and numerous other water utility applications run more efficiently and more effectively. Hydraulic Modeling and GIS identifies the challenges that must be navigated and offers best practices for achieving an integration that will be sustainable over the long term.

$12 from ESRI press only at the moment.

Author: 

Lori Armstrong

Published: 

2011-10-01, ESRI Press

ISBN: 

9781589483019

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This is the first book to provide sociologists, criminologists, political scientists, and other social scientists with the methodological logic and techniques for doing spatial analysis in their chosen fields of inquiry. The book contains a wealth of examples as to why these techniques are worth doing, over and above conventional statistical techniques using SPSS or other statistical packages. GIS is a methodological and conceptual approach that allows for the linking together of spatial data, or data that is based on a physical space, with non-spatial data, which can be thought of as any data that contains no direct reference to physical locations.

Author: 

Robert Nash Parker and Emily K. Asencio

Published: 

2008-06-01, Taylor & Francis

ISBN: 

978-0-415-98962-6

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This book is probably the first to review the subject of geographical information systems (including remote sensing) and spatial analysis as applied to veterinary science. Topics covered include the application of GIS to epidemic disease response, to companion animal epidemiology and to the management of wildlife diseases. There are also chapters on more general issues such as parallels with human health and spatial statistics in the biomedical sciences.

Author: 

P. A. Durr and A. C. Gatrell

Published: 

2004-12-01, Oxford University Press

ISBN: 

0851996345

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Part of the Mastering GIS series, this book critically evaluates how GIS is being implemented into different aspects of spatial planning. In bringing together a range of applications from the UK, USA and continental Europe that highlight examples of good and bad practice, GIS for Public Sector Spatial Planning presents professional spatial planners with practical guidance on the successful exploitation of GIS within a public planning organisation. The book is also an invaluable resource for upper-level undergraduate and masters students taking courses in GIS, Planning, Applied Geography and Environmental Management. It discusses the uses of GIS at different operational scales (strategic, tactical, operational) and different spatial scales (national, regional, local).

Author: 

Scott Orford, Sean White and Andrea Frank

Published: 

2007-09-01, Wiley

ISBN: 

978-0-470-85775-5

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GIS Applications for Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater Systems demonstrates that with GIS, the possibilities to map, monitor, model, and maintain (4M) systems are almost endless. With the help of new methods and case studies, this book details how GIS can be used to implement the 4M management strategy in the field of water, wastewater, and stormwater. This in-depth volume elaborates on what kind of software and data are required to develop related GIS applications, and where and how to find these applications. The book includes many case studies, and explains the type of resources that are required to implement GIS-based projects.

Author: 

U.M. Shamsi

Published: 

2005-01-01, Taylor & Francis

ISBN: 

0-8493-2097-6

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Using a cross-disciplinary approach to understanding conservation planning in agricultural settings, this book presents recent advances in geospatial techniques that provide land managers with tools and resources to conserve soil and water more efficiently. The text provides information on new technologies that allow for improved prediction of soil erosion and environmental effects; prioritization of land for conservation initiatives and funding; prediction of the impact of management systems and practices on soil and water resources; development and implementation of conservation plans; and accessibility of conservation knowledge and tools.

Features

* Presents a cross-disciplinary approach to understanding conservation planning in agricultural settings using GIS
* Provides introductory as well as intermediate approaches to assess traditional and unique applications of geospatial technologies to real-world conservation planning problems
* Includes information on spatial erosion modeling; land conservation targeting approaches; hydrologic/water quality modeling of management practices; conservation planning; and decision supports for conservation planning
* Contains downloads with interactive software, allowing readers to work through example GIS applications and engage in standard analysis of user-provided data sets
* Uses real-world examples and analytical procedures, as well as hands-on tools for use by professionals active in developing conservation plans

Author: 

Tom Mueller, Gretchen Sassenrath and Scott A. Shearer

Published: 

2013-04-25, Taylor & Francis

ISBN: 

9781439867228

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GIS Applications in Agriculture examines ways that this powerful technology can help farmers produce a greater abundance of crops with more efficiency and at lower costs. Each chapter describes the nature of a problem, examines the purpose and scope of a GIS application, presents the methods used to develop the application, provides results, and offers a conclusion as well as supporting information. When appropriate, it presents the underlying statistical approach for the GIS software that is used. This text also includes a CD-ROM that features data sets and the full color maps produced by the use of GIS.

Author: 

Francis J. Pierce and David Clay

Published: 

2007-02-12, Taylor & Francis

ISBN: 

0849375266

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This book covers the integration of chemical fate modeling for use in Geographic Information System (GIS) functions. It features a practical and hands-on approach that's intended for modelers preparing maps of chemical emissions, and creating landscape and climate properties within a GIS, while chemical fate calculations are performed using specialized model codes. A relevant part of the book also discusses data retrieval and processing as a basis for modeling. As such, the book offers a one-stop reference for practitioners who wish to integrate GIS with chemical modeling.

Cost: £90

Author: 

Alberto Pistocchi

Published: 

2013-06-01, Wiley

ISBN: 

978-1-1180-5997-5

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