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Chapter 30

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Introduction to GIS
Introduction to GIS
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are tools for storing, analyzing, and displaying spatial data alongside related attributes. Unlike traditional ...
Thematic Layering in GIS
Thematic Layering in GIS
In the past, planning projects such as schools or public facilities required extensive manual effort to gather and compile data. Information such as ...
Levels of Use of a GIS
Levels of Use of a GIS
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) operate across three levels of application, each representing an increasing degree of complexity: data management, ...
Selected Data About Geographic Locations
Selected Data About Geographic Locations
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) rely on two core types of data: spatial data and attribute data.Spatial DataSpatial data defines the physical ...
GIS Software, Hardware, and Sources of GIS Data
GIS Software, Hardware, and Sources of GIS Data
A Geographic Information System (GIS) combines specialized software and hardware to effectively manage, analyze, and present spatial and related data. GIS ...
Manipulation and Analysis
Manipulation and Analysis
GIS manipulation and analysis functions are vital for decision-making and planning. These activities range from data retrieval tasks, such as selecting ...
Coordinates and Map Projections
Coordinates and Map Projections
Coordinates and map projections are essential tools in accurately representing the Earth's surface for various applications, ranging from navigation to ...
Applications of GIS: Disaster Management and Emergency Response
Applications of GIS: Disaster Management and Emergency Response
Geographic Information System (GIS) technology is essential for risk identification, action prioritization, and resource optimization in critical ...
Design Example: Alignment of a Road Line Using GIS
Design Example: Alignment of a Road Line Using GIS
The alignment of a road line using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a critical process in civil engineering, combining advanced technology with ...
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