Learning and Using Geographic Information Systems: Arcexplorer Edition

Due to the growing demand for Geographic Information Systems within the MIS, Public Policy, and Business School curriculums, An Introduction to Geographic Information Systems and Step-by-Step Tutorial for ArcExplorer, offers a comprehensive guide that will empower users to master this compelling technology. Using carefully organized lessons and step-by-step instructions, this text will introduce users to principles and resources on GIS as well as specific instructions on ArcExplorer, a leading GIS software package.

Wilpen Gorr is a professor of Public Policy and Management Information Systems at Carnegie Mellon University. Professor Gorr's current projects include developing leading indicator forecast models for law enforcement, decision support systems for facility location decisions, and information systems for support of policy and planning in organizations.

Kristen Kurland holds a joint faculty appointment at the H. John Heinz School of Public Policy and Management and Carnegie Mellon's School of Architecture. Her focus at CMU includes technologies in the fields of Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM), and Geographical Information Systems (GIS). Kristen works closely with the School of Architecture¿s Urban Laboratory and Heinz School Policy students on Urban Sustainability issues.