GIS (Acronym)
Geographic Information System (pictures in the form of a map which are created by a
computer system containing a database, a graphics program and tools to manage,
edit and analyze geographically located data called features and attributes)
Features
Natural objects and h...
GIS Basics Questions and Answers
2024/2025
What are the two types of information in geographic information?
Attributes and location
Attributes describe
nonlocation information, such as ID numbers, names, and values.
Location describes
where an object resides on the earth and includes x,y coordinates, addresses, and
points of interest.
GIS Components
hardware, software, data, people, workflows
Spatial analytics
identify trends, patterns, and relationships in data
Field Operations
Field operations enable an organization's office staff and field workers to access the
same authoritative data sources via mobile devices, reducing reliance on paper-based
methods and increasing productivity and efficiency.
Mapping and Visualization
view data from multiple sources, such as spreadsheets, databases, and live data
feeds, on a map.
monitors and displays data obtained from sensors or devices at specific locations,
enabling individuals to make real-time decisions.
3D GIS
Three-dimensional GIS transforms 2D data into 3D models, bringing real-world
context to maps and providing new ways to add dimension to data for visualization
and analysis.
Imagery and Remote Sensing
provide tools and workflows that individuals can use to extract information from
imagery and remotely sensed data.
Data Collection and Management
allow individuals to access, use, integrate, and store business data in a GIS.
A hydrologist uses steam gauges to monitor the water flow during storms (scenario)
Real-time visualization and analytics
An analyst looks at crime trends within a city based on the locations of arrests over time
(scenario)
Spatial analytics
An architect designs a new building and would like to see a 3D model of its proposed
footprint (scenario)
3D GIS
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