[PDF] Arcgis For Environmental And Water Issues eBook

Author : William Bajjali
Publisher : Springer
Page : 363 pages
File Size : 34,7 MB
Release : 2017-11-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 3319611585

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This textbook is a step-by-step tutorial on the applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in environmental and water resource issues. It provides information about GIS and its applications, specifically using the most advanced ESRI GIS technology and its extensions. Eighteen chapters cover GIS applications in the field of earth sciences and water resources in detail from the ground up. Author William Bajjali explains what a GIS is and what it is used for, the basics of map classification, data acquisition, coordinate systems and projections, vectorization, geodatabase and relational database, data editing, geoprocessing, suitability modeling, working with raster, watershed delineation, mathematical and statistical interpolation, and more advanced techniques, tools and extensions such as ArcScan, Topology, Geocoding, Hydrology, Geostatistical Analyst, Spatial Analyst, Network Analyst, 3-D Analyst. ArcPad, ESRI’s cutting-edge mobile GIS software, is covered in detail as well. Each chapter contains concrete case studies and exercises – many from the author’s own work in the United States and Middle East. This volume is targeted toward advanced undergraduates, but could also be useful for professionals and for anyone who utilizes GIS or practices spatial analysis in relation to geology, hydrology, ecology, and environmental sciences. Exercises and supplementary material can be downloaded by chapter here: https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007%2F978-3-319-61158-7

Author : William Bajjali
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 434 pages
File Size : 44,3 MB
Release : 2023-10-18
Category : Computers
ISBN : 3031422279

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This textbook serves as a practical guide for undergraduate and graduate students in geology, hydrology, ecology, and environmental sciences, teaching them applied GIS techniques. Presented as a step-by-step tutorial across seventeen chapters, the book starts with the fundamentals of GIS and progresses to real-life examples from geology and water resources. The focus is on ESRI's ArcGIS Pro, covering various tools for spatial, geostatistical, network, and 3-D analysis. Additionally, it explores ArcGIS Online and working with web apps like Web Map, StoryMaps, and GEO App. GIS applications, especially in water and environmental problem-solving, are rapidly growing worldwide. The demand for GIS experts utilizing spatial analysis in environmental science remains high. This textbook equips users with the necessary knowledge to become effective mappers and spatial analysts in the fields of environment, geosciences, and water resources, employing the latest state-of-the-art methodology. Each chapter provides exercises and supplementary materials available for download on SpringerLink, along with additional links for further learning opportunities.

Author : Barnali Dixon
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 570 pages
File Size : 23,46 MB
Release : 2016-02-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 1118354141

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GIS and Geocomputation for Water Resource Science and Engineering not only provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of geographic information systems but also demonstrates how GIS and mathematical models can be integrated to develop spatial decision support systems to support water resources planning, management and engineering. The book uses a hands-on active learning approach to introduce fundamental concepts and numerous case-studies are provided to reinforce learning and demonstrate practical aspects. The benefits and challenges of using GIS in environmental and water resources fields are clearly tackled in this book, demonstrating how these technologies can be used to harness increasingly available digital data to develop spatially-oriented sustainable solutions. In addition to providing a strong grounding on fundamentals, the book also demonstrates how GIS can be combined with traditional physics-based and statistical models as well as information-theoretic tools like neural networks and fuzzy set theory.

Author : David R. Maidment
Publisher : ESRI, Inc.
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 16,55 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781589480346

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Why Arc hydro? / David Maidment / - Arc Hydro framwork / David Maidment, Scott Morehouse / - Hydro networks / Francisco Olivera, David Maidment / - Drainage systems / Francisco Olivera, Jordan Furnans / River channels / Nawajish Noma, James Nelson / Hydrography / Kim Davis, Jordan Furnans / - Time series / Damid Maidment, Venkatesh Merwade / - Hydrologic modeling / Steve Grise, David Arctur.

Author : Hamid Reza Pourghasemi
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 798 pages
File Size : 32,40 MB
Release : 2019-01-18
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 0128156953

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Spatial Modeling in GIS and R for Earth and Environmental Sciences offers an integrated approach to spatial modelling using both GIS and R. Given the importance of Geographical Information Systems and geostatistics across a variety of applications in Earth and Environmental Science, a clear link between GIS and open source software is essential for the study of spatial objects or phenomena that occur in the real world and facilitate problem-solving. Organized into clear sections on applications and using case studies, the book helps researchers to more quickly understand GIS data and formulate more complex conclusions. The book is the first reference to provide methods and applications for combining the use of R and GIS in modeling spatial processes. It is an essential tool for students and researchers in earth and environmental science, especially those looking to better utilize GIS and spatial modeling. Offers a clear, interdisciplinary guide to serve researchers in a variety of fields, including hazards, land surveying, remote sensing, cartography, geophysics, geology, natural resources, environment and geography Provides an overview, methods and case studies for each application Expresses concepts and methods at an appropriate level for both students and new users to learn by example

Author : Meg E. Stewart
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Science, Engineering & Mathematics
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 45,23 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Science
ISBN :

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This workbook will provide an introduction to the basics of GIS as a tool to view data, analyze and compare relationships, and to visualize change in our natural and social environments. It will allow students to learn by doing, as well as provide instructors with homework, discussion, or lab sessions to assign. Exploring Environmental Solutions with GIS complements any physical geology, earth science, environmental geology, environmental science, ecology or natural disasters course. This workbook is intedned to serve students in a wide range of courses and disciplines. Exercises engage issues at the intersection of many disciplines, such as water quality, population growth, environmental hazards, and land use. Exercises may be done in any order, with the exception of the first one, which introduces basic functions in ArcExplorer. The length of exercises is designed so that most students can complete their work in an hour or less.

Author : Andrew A. Lovett
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 38,30 MB
Release : 2007-11-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1420007467

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Environmental applications have long been a core use of GIS. However, the effectiveness of GIS-based methods depends on the decision-making frameworks and contexts within which they are employed. GIS for Environmental Decision-Making takes an interdisciplinary look at the capacities of GIS to integrate, analyze, and display data on which decisions

Author : Franklin J. Agardy
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 475 pages
File Size : 22,16 MB
Release : 2010-07-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080456928

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In our changing world, society demands more comprehensive and thoughtful solutions from environmental engineers, environmental consultants and scientists dealing with the degradation of our environment. Lead by Nelson Nemerow and Franklin Agardy, experts in business, academia, government and practice have been brought together in Environmental Solutions to provide guidance for these environmental professionals. The reader is presented with a variety of solutions to common and not so common environmental problems which lay the groundwork for environmental advocates to decide which solutions will work best for their particular circumstances. This book discusses chemical, biological, physical, forensic, medical, international, economic, political, industrial-collaborative solutions and solutions for rural and developing countries giving readers the freedom to evaluate a variety of options and make informed decisions. End of chapter questions and additional resources are included making this an invaluable teaching tool and ideal reference for those currently involved in improving and preserving our environment. Contributions by international experts in government, industry, and academia. Editors are recognized as the editors of Environmental Engineering, the best selling title published by John Wiley. The first action-oriented book for environmental engineers.