From the vast ocean depths to the far reaches of outer space, the growing availability of remote sensing technology is helping us observe, study, and learn about our world in ways we could only imagine a generation ago. In Remote Sensing for GIS Managers, author Stan Aronoff guides readers through the historical, conceptual, and practical uses of remote sensing in the rapidly growing GIS community.

Filled with hundreds of full-color images and illustrations, Remote Sensing for GIS Managers demystifies the use of this powerful technology in such fields as agriculture, forestry, business, urban planning, and military intelligence. Designed for new and experienced users, the book is invaluable for GIS managers, professionals and students who interpret information gathered from aerial photography, radar, satellites, and other remote sensing methods. Real-world examples show how remote sensing supports urban and regional planning, resource inventory and management, national security, and scientific disciplines ranging from forestry and geology to archaeology and meteorology.