Introduction To Geographical Information System

This textbook is a step-by-step tutorial for the beginners of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and its role in solving different issues. It provides information about the basic concepts and fundamentals of GIS. Author 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 all other application features of GIS technology application in numerous fields. Each chapter contains concrete definition, case studies and exercises - many from the authors own work in North East India. This volume is targeted toward the new beginners and learners.