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Mapping the Future

Synopsis
Explains the principles of geographic information systems (GIS), a computerised blend of geographical and statistical information, and looks at four applications. Also visits three of the ESRC’s eight Regional Research Laboratories, set up as centres of excellence in GIS technology.
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 18 min.
Year of production
1989
Availability
Free loan; Free loan
Subjects
Geography; Sociology
Keywords
geographic information systems

Production Company

Name

Viewpoint Productions

Sponsor

Name

Information Division

Phone
01793 413000
Fax
01793 413130
Address
Polaris House
North Star Avenue
SWINDON
SN2 1UJ
Notes
See also: Qualidata

Distributor

Name

Institution of Civil Engineers

Email
library@ice.org.uk
Web
http://www.ice.org.uk External site opens in new window
Phone
020 7665 2251
Fax
020 7976 7610
Address
Library
1 Great George Street
London
SW1P 3AA
Notes
The ICE library has hundreds of VHS tapes and a growing collection of DVDs for loan to members and lecturers interested in the work of professional engineers. Audio recordings of a range of recent lectures held at the ICE are available for free online playback.

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