Description
Book Synopsis* Takes readers step--by--step through the key stages of a GPS fieldwork project. * Explains complex background topics in clear, easy--to--understand language. * Provides simple guidelines for GPS equipment selection. * Provides practical solutions for real GPS data collection issues.
Trade Review"An invaluable resource for social, economic or health researchers and practitioners who want to add a geographic component to their work." (
Uwe Deichmann, Development Research Group, World Bank)
"This information will help users collect data at an appropriate level of accuracy in the most effcient manner. This nuts-and-bolts approach addresses such topics as training field-workers; creating equipment checklists; logistics; and safety in the field." (ArcUser, October - December 2004)
"An excellent introduction and field guide on GPS for the social sciences ... The book makes a valuable addition to any reference collection on geographical research." (Singapore Journal of Tropical Geography)
Table of ContentsList of Figures.
List of Tables.
Acknowledgements.
1. Introduction.
Part I: Understanding GPS.
2. Why Use GPS?.
3. What Is GPS?.
4. Coordinate Systems And Datums.
5. GPS Considerations: Getting Started.
Part II: Utilizing GPS.
6. Developing A GPS Project.
7. Project Fundamentals.
8. Fieldwork Planning And Preparations: Data And Methods.
9. Fieldwork Planning And Preparations: Field Resources.
10. Fieldwork Planning And Preparations: Data Quality And Logistics.
11. Transitioning To Fieldwork.
12. Post-Fieldwork Processing.
13. Utilizing GPS Data Within Geographic Information Systems.
14. Conclusion.
References Cited.
Appendix A: GPS Manufacturers.
Appendix B: Sample Field Instrument.
Appendix C: UTM Zones.
Index.
