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Geographical Information Systems in Archaeology
James Conolly
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Description for Geographical Information Systems in Archaeology
Paperback. Comprehensive introduction to the use of Geographical Information Systems as a research tool in archaeology. Series: Cambridge Manuals in Archaeology. Num Pages: 358 pages, 188 figures. BIC Classification: HD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 245 x 173 x 22. Weight in Grams: 652. Series: Cambridge Manuals in Archaeology. 256 pages, 188 figures. Comprehensive introduction to the use of Geographical Information Systems as a research tool in archaeology. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: HD. Dimension: 245 x 173 x 22. Weight: 646.
Geographical Information Systems has moved from the domain of the computer specialist into the wider archaeological community, providing it with an exciting new research method. This clearly written but rigorous book provides a comprehensive guide to that use. Topics covered include: the theoretical context and the basics of GIS; data acquisition including database design; interpolation of elevation models; exploratory data analysis including spatial queries; statistical spatial analysis; map algebra; spatial operations including the calculation of slope and aspect, filtering and erosion modeling; methods for analysing regions; visibility analysis; network analysis including hydrological modeling; the production of high quality output for ... Read more
Geographical Information Systems has moved from the domain of the computer specialist into the wider archaeological community, providing it with an exciting new research method. This clearly written but rigorous book provides a comprehensive guide to that use. Topics covered include: the theoretical context and the basics of GIS; data acquisition including database design; interpolation of elevation models; exploratory data analysis including spatial queries; statistical spatial analysis; map algebra; spatial operations including the calculation of slope and aspect, filtering and erosion modeling; methods for analysing regions; visibility analysis; network analysis including hydrological modeling; the production of high quality output for ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
Series
Cambridge Manuals in Archaeology
Number of Pages
360
Place of Publication
Cambridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780521797443
SKU
V9780521797443
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About James Conolly
James Conolly holds the Canada Research Chair in Archaeology at Trent University, Peterborough, Ontario. His research interests include landscape archaeology, quantitative methods and the origins of early agriculture. He is co-editor (with Sue Colledge) of Early Neolithic Agriculture in South West Asia and Europe (forthcoming). Mark Lake is a lecturer at the Institute of Archaeology, University College London. His research ... Read more
Reviews for Geographical Information Systems in Archaeology
'There is no stone unturned here - the manual contains sections for nearly every conceivable use of GIS, and each chapter illustrates the whys and how-tos in clear language with plenty of illustrations and supporting charts...an invaluable tool for both the novice and the experienced professional who seeks a better understanding of this important research tool.' Dirt Brothers.org ' … ... Read more