Understanding GIS : An ArcGIS Project Workbook explains the methods and tools needed to apply GIS analysis to a spatial problem by finding the best location for a new park along the Los Angeles River in Southern California. Through this process, readers develop critical-thinking and problem-solving skills and learn to use ArcGIS ® 10.1 for Desktop software from Esri ®. Understanding GIS : An ArcGIS Project Workbook includes valuable learning materials:
Self-paced tutorials. The project is carried out progressively in nine lessons comprising more than thirty exercises. Each exercise has step-by-step instructions, graphics to confirm your results, and explanations of key concepts.
ArcGIS 10.1 for Desktop software. The book includes access to ArcGIS 10.1 for Desktop software (180-day use) to perform the analysis. The book’s DVD includes project data.
Foreword
Preface
Chapter 1 : Frame the problem and explore the study area
Chapter 2 : Preview data
Chapter 3 : Choose the data
Chapter 4 : Build the database
Chapter 5 : Edit data
Chapter 6 : Conduct the analysis
Chapter 7 : Automate the analysis
Chapter 8 : Present analysis results
Chapter 9 : Share results online
Appendix A : Analysis issues
Appendix B : Data credits and data license agreement
Index
