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Title: Using geographic information systems to produce time area diagrams for the Clark Hydrograph Method.
Creator: Kohler, Michael Francis, Florida Atlantic University, Restrepo, Jorge I., Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Department of Geosciences
Abstract/Description: Methodologies in GIS are used to compute stream flows for a watershed in Northern California by implementing the Clark Hydrograph Method. GIS algorithms are used to produce time area diagrams with time of concentration formula. These methods are compared to a simulation in HEC-HMS with the dimensionless TAD equation and the ModClark Method. Each GIS method is used to estimate the hydrograph for a measured rainfall event. The accuracy of each of the methods is explored using the HEC objective...
Show moreMethodologies in GIS are used to compute stream flows for a watershed in Northern California by implementing the Clark Hydrograph Method. GIS algorithms are used to produce time area diagrams with time of concentration formula. These methods are compared to a simulation in HEC-HMS with the dimensionless TAD equation and the ModClark Method. Each GIS method is used to estimate the hydrograph for a measured rainfall event. The accuracy of each of the methods is explored using the HEC objective function, mean squared error, and other statistical measures of correlation. Advantages and limitations of the GIS methodologies are examined and topics of further study are suggested.
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Date Issued: 2001
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/12769
Subject Headings: Geographic information systems, Hydrology
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Predictive modeling of archaeological site location in Cuba.
Creator: Watson, April A., Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters, Department of Anthropology
Abstract/Description: This work aimed at aiding academic and CRM professionals in archaeology by developing a predictive model of prehistoric sites on the southeastern coast of Cuba. The variables in this model were identified by previous archaeological research at Guantâanamo Bay Naval Station. Both GIS analysis and weights of evidence testing were conducted on the model. The results of the GIS and statistical analysis allowed for refinement of the model. Cuba is central to understanding the prehistoric...
Show moreThis work aimed at aiding academic and CRM professionals in archaeology by developing a predictive model of prehistoric sites on the southeastern coast of Cuba. The variables in this model were identified by previous archaeological research at Guantâanamo Bay Naval Station. Both GIS analysis and weights of evidence testing were conducted on the model. The results of the GIS and statistical analysis allowed for refinement of the model. Cuba is central to understanding the prehistoric settlement of the Caribbean. The model explored not only site occurrence and environmental correlations, but also looked at intersite correlations. It was determined that site occurrences are strongly linked to low elevation, proximity to other sites, south-facing areas, mangroves, and geologic formations. This model may add to the understanding of the prehistoric settling of Cuba, as well as the interactions between native groups.
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Date Issued: 2011
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/FAU/3174309
Subject Headings: Geographic information systems, Archaeology, Methodology, Archaeology, Geographic information systems
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Geographic analysis of travel characteristics using GIS.
Creator: Lall Dass, Phillip Vasudava., Florida Atlantic University, Shaw, Shih-Lung, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Department of Geosciences
Abstract/Description: At present the current trip generation models used in the state of Florida to derive residential trip generation rates take into account three variables, dwelling type, auto ownership and household size. It is hoped that by examining geographic location, improvements can be made to the present Florida Standard Urban Transportation Modeling Structure (FSUTMS). To analyze the impact of geographic location, GIS technology will be used. GIS will aid the study in several ways. It will be used to...
Show moreAt present the current trip generation models used in the state of Florida to derive residential trip generation rates take into account three variables, dwelling type, auto ownership and household size. It is hoped that by examining geographic location, improvements can be made to the present Florida Standard Urban Transportation Modeling Structure (FSUTMS). To analyze the impact of geographic location, GIS technology will be used. GIS will aid the study in several ways. It will be used to identify urban centers and major highways within the study area and once this is accomplished, GIS will be used to create zones around the selected urban centers and the major highways. Finally GIS will be used to prepare the survey data for statistical analysis. In addition to looking at geographic location, the study will also examine whether certain lifestyle variables can influence residential trip rates within the study area. Throughout this study it is hoped that the predictive power of the Florida Standard Urban Transportation Modeling Structure can be improved.
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Date Issued: 1996
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/15384
Subject Headings: Geographic information systems, Trip generation, Transportation geography
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Title: Using clusters of population vulnerability to determine hurricane shelter locations a GIS based investigation of Broward county Florida.
Creator: Prasad, Shivangi, Esnard, Ann-Margaret, Graduate College
Date Issued: 2011-04-08
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/3164766
Subject Headings: Hurricane protection, Geographic information systems, Broward County (Fla.) --Population
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Hominin endocast topography: an analysis using geographic information systems.
Creator: Boas, Melissa., Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters, Department of Anthropology
Abstract/Description: This study examined the topography of prefrontal molds of human endocasts using three-dimensional laser scanning and geographic information systems (GIS) in order to carry out intra-species comparisons. Overall brain topography can indicate when major reorganizational shifts in brain structure happened in our evolutionalry history, and these shifts may indicate major shifts in cognition and behavior. Endocasts are one of the sole sources of information about extinct hominin brains ; they...
Show moreThis study examined the topography of prefrontal molds of human endocasts using three-dimensional laser scanning and geographic information systems (GIS) in order to carry out intra-species comparisons. Overall brain topography can indicate when major reorganizational shifts in brain structure happened in our evolutionalry history, and these shifts may indicate major shifts in cognition and behavior. Endocasts are one of the sole sources of information about extinct hominin brains ; they reproduce details of the brain's external morphology. Analysis of endocast morphology has never been done using GIS methodology. The use of GIS helps to overcome previous obstacles in regards to endocast analysis. Since this methodology is new, this research focuses on only one species, Homo sapiens and the area of focus is narrowed to the frontal lobe, specifically Broca's cap. This area is associated with speech in humans and is therefore of evolutionary significance. The variability in lateralization of this feature was quantified.
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Date Issued: 2012
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/FAU/3358286
Subject Headings: Human evolution, Brain mapping, Cognitive neuroscience, Geographic information systems
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Title: Application of G.I.S. for the stormwater drainage facilities, Village of Tequesta.
Creator: Rolley, Nathalie Anne-Claire., Florida Atlantic University, Scarlatos, Panagiotis (Pete) D., College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Ocean and Mechanical Engineering
Abstract/Description: The purpose of this study was to define the best Geographic Information System (G.I.S.) Software to manage the Storm Water Drainage Facilities for the Utilities Department of the Village of Tequesta, Florida. GeoMedia Professional was chosen, for its convenient user interface and its compatibility with other G.I.S. software such as ArcView or ARC/INFO. The GIS system displays the information in a map with different layers showing features such as drains or sewers. Subsystems were used to...
Show moreThe purpose of this study was to define the best Geographic Information System (G.I.S.) Software to manage the Storm Water Drainage Facilities for the Utilities Department of the Village of Tequesta, Florida. GeoMedia Professional was chosen, for its convenient user interface and its compatibility with other G.I.S. software such as ArcView or ARC/INFO. The GIS system displays the information in a map with different layers showing features such as drains or sewers. Subsystems were used to define the Levels of Standards (LOS) for the drainage system of the village. The data was collected from different sources such as Palm Beach County, or the property appraisers. The features are linked to databases, where the user can interface with the system and analyze the storm water network of the village. In the end, an interactive map was created with all the data, which provided a sufficient management tool for the Utilities Department.
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Date Issued: 2000
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/12723
Subject Headings: Geographic information systems, Storm sewers--Florida--Tequesta
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Title: Design considerations of a spatiotemporal GIS database for data exploration.
Creator: Donnelly, Janet D., Florida Atlantic University, Shaw, Shih-Lung, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Department of Geosciences
Abstract/Description: The development of geographic information systems (GIS) has changed the way in which geographers are able to visualize and investigate spatial topics. Current research has now shown a need to incorporate the element of time into a GIS for the purpose of better understanding the processes that are related to change. This study investigates two methods of creating spatiotemporal databases, using the evolution of an airline route system as an example. Also discussed are the ways in which a user...
Show moreThe development of geographic information systems (GIS) has changed the way in which geographers are able to visualize and investigate spatial topics. Current research has now shown a need to incorporate the element of time into a GIS for the purpose of better understanding the processes that are related to change. This study investigates two methods of creating spatiotemporal databases, using the evolution of an airline route system as an example. Also discussed are the ways in which a user-friendly interface may be incorporated for easier data exploration.
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Date Issued: 1993
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/14966
Subject Headings: Space and time, Geographic information systems, Geography--Computer programs
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Determination of wetland impact due to groundwater drawdown: The application of aerial photo-interpretation, GIS analysis, and groundwater modeling.
Creator: Hindle, Tobin, Florida Atlantic University, Marsh, G. Alex
Abstract/Description: Aerial photo-interpretation, GIS analysis, and groundwater modeling were employed to determine the impact of permitted groundwater withdrawal, primarily for agricultural irrigation, on protected wetland communities within Jonathan Dickinson State Park (JDSP), Martin County Florida. Since 1952, much of the wetland habitat has succeeded to terrestrial pine flatwoods in the southwestern section of the wilderness preserve of JDSP. The drying trend can not be linked to natural hydrologic impact,...
Show moreAerial photo-interpretation, GIS analysis, and groundwater modeling were employed to determine the impact of permitted groundwater withdrawal, primarily for agricultural irrigation, on protected wetland communities within Jonathan Dickinson State Park (JDSP), Martin County Florida. Since 1952, much of the wetland habitat has succeeded to terrestrial pine flatwoods in the southwestern section of the wilderness preserve of JDSP. The drying trend can not be linked to natural hydrologic impact, but strongly correlates to groundwater drawdown calculated using a three-dimensional groundwater computer model.
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Date Issued: 1997
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/15465
Subject Headings: Groundwater flow--Computer simulation, Geographic information systems, Wetland hydrology
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Iterative remote sensing as an alternative for complex vegetation mapping.
Creator: Boutiette, Robert L., Florida Atlantic University, Roberts, Charles
Abstract/Description: The South Florida Water Management District in conjunction with Florida Atlantic University began an effort to record vegetation invading Lake Okeechobee in 1994. This effort included a mapping project that would include all detectable vegetation within the expanding littoral zone. There were several problems associated with remote sensing aspects of this project. These problems resulted in inaccurate classification of species and a redundancy of mapping for large areas. This thesis will...
Show moreThe South Florida Water Management District in conjunction with Florida Atlantic University began an effort to record vegetation invading Lake Okeechobee in 1994. This effort included a mapping project that would include all detectable vegetation within the expanding littoral zone. There were several problems associated with remote sensing aspects of this project. These problems resulted in inaccurate classification of species and a redundancy of mapping for large areas. This thesis will review the remote sensing methods used for the mapping project, analyze the associated errors within the map product, and lastly offer an alternative approach, incorporating the use of iterative remote sensing, for mapping the vegetation of Lake Okeechobee and other areas of complex vegetation.
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Date Issued: 1997
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/15491
Subject Headings: Vegetation mapping--Remote sensing, Phytogeography, Geographic information systems
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: An event-based data model for transportation information systems.
Creator: Wang, Dongmei, Florida Atlantic University, Shaw, Shih-Lung
Abstract/Description: Trip-based data can provide important information about travel patterns and travel characteristics of people. To handle this type of transportation movement data in GIS (Geographic Information Systems), a new data model is needed to incorporate different aspects of a transportation movement with its spatial properties. From the study presented in this thesis, an event-based data model for transportation movement data was developed with the concepts of object orientation, feature-based...
Show moreTrip-based data can provide important information about travel patterns and travel characteristics of people. To handle this type of transportation movement data in GIS (Geographic Information Systems), a new data model is needed to incorporate different aspects of a transportation movement with its spatial properties. From the study presented in this thesis, an event-based data model for transportation movement data was developed with the concepts of object orientation, feature-based approach, and relative referencing methods. The implementation of this new data model with a prototype system shows the capability of this data model in handling transportation movement data. This data model has also improved the information retrieval ability provided by the current GIS data models.
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Date Issued: 1998
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/15587
Subject Headings: Information storage and retrieval systems--Transportation, Geographic information systems, Trip generation
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: GIS and spatial data analysis: A case study using MODFLOW and ARC/INFO.
Creator: Hinton, Matthew Alfred., Florida Atlantic University, Shaw, Shih-Lung, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Department of Geosciences
Abstract/Description: GIS is expected to differ from other digital spatial data handling packages by virtue of its emphasis on spatial analysis and modeling, yet major limitations of spatial analytical capabilities are still observed. To identify the types of spatial analysis which are desirable and appropriate to GIS, this thesis proposes a systematic 'building-blocks' approach for the identification of data models and spatial analytical tools to develop a flexible and powerful GIS spatial analysis and modeling...
Show moreGIS is expected to differ from other digital spatial data handling packages by virtue of its emphasis on spatial analysis and modeling, yet major limitations of spatial analytical capabilities are still observed. To identify the types of spatial analysis which are desirable and appropriate to GIS, this thesis proposes a systematic 'building-blocks' approach for the identification of data models and spatial analytical tools to develop a flexible and powerful GIS spatial analysis and modeling environment. The building-blocks approach will be demonstrated in this thesis by examining a ground water flow model in MODFLOW, an SDA package designed specifically for this purpose. Procedures in MODFLOW will be disassembled into their primitive component functions, or building-blocks, which will then be sought out in ARC/INFO, representing a modern, general-purpose GIS. In the process, the levels of integration between GIS and SDA will be encountered and discussed.
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Date Issued: 1994
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/15007
Subject Headings: Geographic information systems, Spatial analysis (Statistics)--Data processing, Information storage and retrieval systems--Geography
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Title: DEVELOPMENT OF GIS-BASED ONLINE WATERSHED DASHBOARD FOR CHARLOTTE COUNTY, FLORIDA.
Creator: Zare, Saeid Naghadehi, Nagarajan, Sudhagar, Florida Atlantic University, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science
Abstract/Description: This thesis presents the development of an innovative Geographic Information System (GIS)-based Interactive Online Watershed Dashboard aimed at flood risk assessment and mitigation in Charlotte County, Florida. The research leverages advanced GIS techniques, including flood inundation simulations using CASCADE 2001, integrating LiDAR DEM data and GIS layers such as impervious surfaces, waterbodies, and soil characteristics to model flood behavior in 61 inundation probability scenarios. Key...
Show moreThis thesis presents the development of an innovative Geographic Information System (GIS)-based Interactive Online Watershed Dashboard aimed at flood risk assessment and mitigation in Charlotte County, Florida. The research leverages advanced GIS techniques, including flood inundation simulations using CASCADE 2001, integrating LiDAR DEM data and GIS layers such as impervious surfaces, waterbodies, and soil characteristics to model flood behavior in 61 inundation probability scenarios. Key results include detailed flood inundation probability maps categorizing risk levels based on Z-scores, providing actionable insights for flood risk management and emergency planning. Spatial analysis reveals demographic vulnerabilities, with population density and ethnic compositions intersecting flood vulnerability. The study assesses flood impacts on transportation infrastructure and prioritizes critical facilities for resilience strategies. The dashboard's design integrates diverse datasets and analytical results, allowing users to interactively explore flood risk scenarios, critical infrastructure vulnerabilities, and demographic impacts. This research contributes essential tools for informed decision-making, enhancing flood resilience and disaster preparedness in Charlotte County, Florida.
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Date Issued: 2024
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00014437
Subject Headings: Watersheds, Dashboards (Management information systems), Geographic information systems, Floods--Risk assessment
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Indoor localization using Wi-Fi fingerprinting.
Creator: Mirzaei, Azandaryani Saeid, Cardei, Ionut E., College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Computer and Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Abstract/Description: Nowadays the widespread availability of wireless networks has created an interest in using them for other purposes, such as localization of mobile devices in indoor environments because of the lack of GPS signal reception indoors. Indoor localization has received great interest recently for the many context-aware applications it could make possible. We designed and implemented an indoor localization platform for Wi-Fi nodes (such as smartphones and laptops) that identifies the building name,...
Show moreNowadays the widespread availability of wireless networks has created an interest in using them for other purposes, such as localization of mobile devices in indoor environments because of the lack of GPS signal reception indoors. Indoor localization has received great interest recently for the many context-aware applications it could make possible. We designed and implemented an indoor localization platform for Wi-Fi nodes (such as smartphones and laptops) that identifies the building name, floor number, and room number where the user is located based on a Wi-Fi access point signal fingerprint pattern matching. We designed and evaluated a new machine learning algorithm, KRedpin, and developed a new web-services architecture for indoor localization based on J2EE technology with the Apache Tomcat web server for managing Wi-Fi signal data from the FAU WLAN. The prototype localization client application runs on Android cellphones and operates in the East Engineering building at FAU. More sophisticated classifiers have also been used to improve the localization accuracy using the Weka data mining tool.
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Date Issued: 2013
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA0004038
Subject Headings: Location based services, Mobile geographic information systems, Wireless LANs, Wireless communication systems
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Title: Use of GIS to improve the user interface design of an airline reservation web site.
Creator: Wilson, Jennifer L., Florida Atlantic University, Ivy, Russell L.
Abstract/Description: As use of the Internet becomes pervasive, user interface design of web sites becomes increasingly important. Consumers must be able to easily and quickly perform the functions they desire. Travel industry applications have a large market potential on the Internet. Because of the geographical relationships of locations and functions in the travel industry, the use of cartography and GIS can be very beneficial to user interfaces of these applications. This paper examines functions, inputs, and...
Show moreAs use of the Internet becomes pervasive, user interface design of web sites becomes increasingly important. Consumers must be able to easily and quickly perform the functions they desire. Travel industry applications have a large market potential on the Internet. Because of the geographical relationships of locations and functions in the travel industry, the use of cartography and GIS can be very beneficial to user interfaces of these applications. This paper examines functions, inputs, and user interface of current airline reservation web sites, and looks at some current examples of GIS use on the Internet. It then discusses ways to improve the user interface design of airline reservation web sites using GIS to create more powerful and easy-to-use applications that also incorporate other aspects of the travel industry.
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Date Issued: 1999
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/15669
Subject Headings: Geographic information systems, Airlines--Reservation systems--Computer network resources, World Wide Web
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Title: Development of a Mobile Mapping System for Road Corridor Mapping.
Creator: Sairam, Nivedita, Nagarajan, Sudhagar, Florida Atlantic University, College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering
Abstract/Description: In any infrastructure project, managing the built assets is an important task. In the case of transportation asset inventories, a significant cost and effort is spent on recording and storing the asset information. In order to reduce the time and cost involved in road corridor mapping, this paper proposes a low cost MMS (Mobile Mapping System) using an equipped laser scanner and cameras. The process of building the MMS, components and sensors involved and calibration procedures are discussed....
Show moreIn any infrastructure project, managing the built assets is an important task. In the case of transportation asset inventories, a significant cost and effort is spent on recording and storing the asset information. In order to reduce the time and cost involved in road corridor mapping, this paper proposes a low cost MMS (Mobile Mapping System) using an equipped laser scanner and cameras. The process of building the MMS, components and sensors involved and calibration procedures are discussed. The efficiency of this Mobile Mapping System is experimented by mounting it on a truck and golf cart. The paper also provides a framework to extract road assets both automatically and manually using stateof- the-art techniques. The efficiency of this method is compared with traditional field survey methods. Quality of collected data, data integrity and process flow are experimented with a sample asset management framework and a spatial database structure for mapping road corridor features.
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Date Issued: 2016
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00004629, http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00004629
Subject Headings: Transportation engineering., Electronics in engineering., Geographic information systems--Software., Internetworking (Telecommuniation), Geospatial data.
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Title: Commercialization of high-resolution earth observation satellite remote sensing.
Creator: Jarica, Cornelia Christa, Florida Atlantic University, Tata, Robert J., Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Department of Geosciences
Abstract/Description: The imminent availability of high resolution satellite imagery is causing a paradigm shift in remote sensing. Detente brought about new policy directives in the U.S. and abroad, which opened up for civilian use former Earth observation spy technology down to one meter resolution, previously considered classified and strictly used by the intelligence communities for national security. This study describes a number of new ventures in the private sector which have been formed to launch...
Show moreThe imminent availability of high resolution satellite imagery is causing a paradigm shift in remote sensing. Detente brought about new policy directives in the U.S. and abroad, which opened up for civilian use former Earth observation spy technology down to one meter resolution, previously considered classified and strictly used by the intelligence communities for national security. This study describes a number of new ventures in the private sector which have been formed to launch commercial high resolution systems. The satellites' technical capabilities are analyzed, and application development options for the new imagery are discussed in detail. This new remote sensing data source is also seen within the framework of the larger GeoTechnology Industry to which it belongs, and the author proposes appropriate business strategies for successful commercialization.
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Date Issued: 1996
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/15321
Subject Headings: Earth resources technology satellites, Remote sensing, Remote-sensing images, Geographic information systems
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Title: Moving towards Societal Geographic Information Systems through the Internet: Data access alternatives.
Creator: Cottrell, David G., Florida Atlantic University, Shaw, Shih-Lung, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Department of Geosciences
Abstract/Description: With the advent of Geographic Information Systems and Geographic Information Science (GIS) over the last 20 years, the field of Geography, mainly the applied sector, has gained increased recognition world wide. Along with this has come an increased ability and need for the sharing of geographic data. This thesis will investigate the various means currently available to facilitate data sharing, including the availability of geographic data distributed throughout the Internet. A number of World...
Show moreWith the advent of Geographic Information Systems and Geographic Information Science (GIS) over the last 20 years, the field of Geography, mainly the applied sector, has gained increased recognition world wide. Along with this has come an increased ability and need for the sharing of geographic data. This thesis will investigate the various means currently available to facilitate data sharing, including the availability of geographic data distributed throughout the Internet. A number of World Wide Web sites providing geographic data were chosen as a representative cross section of the current functionality available on the Internet. This document is intended to be used as a guide for more effective implementation of World Wide Web "GIS" sites and aid in conceptualizing the Internet as a Societal GIS.
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Date Issued: 1996
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/15281
Subject Headings: Geographic information systems--Computer network resources, Cartography--Computer network resources, World Wide Web, Internet
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Environmental archaeology: Locational analysis of Paleoindian and Archaic period sites in south Florida utilizing geographic information systems.
Creator: Turck, John A., Florida Atlantic University, Kennedy, William J.
Abstract/Description: The interrelatedness of archaeology, geography, and environment, in conjunction with the utilization of modern technology has become evident. This thesis employs the main principles of Environmental Archaeology while utilizing Geographic Information System technology to analyze the distribution of Paleoindian and Archaic period sites in south Florida. The following research demonstrates populations preferred certain areas to others, and environment played a considerable role in this...
Show moreThe interrelatedness of archaeology, geography, and environment, in conjunction with the utilization of modern technology has become evident. This thesis employs the main principles of Environmental Archaeology while utilizing Geographic Information System technology to analyze the distribution of Paleoindian and Archaic period sites in south Florida. The following research demonstrates populations preferred certain areas to others, and environment played a considerable role in this preference, as indicated by the patterns that arose when site locations were analyzed based on environmental variables. These patterns in site locations were used to determine the most likely and least likely areas of south Florida for finding new archaeological sites. This thesis also provides an evaluation of the varions environmental and archaeological data sets used, concluding that paleoenvironmental reconstruction is a worthwhile goal, greatly enhancing modern environmental data sets used in this study.
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Date Issued: 2003
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/13072
Subject Headings: Environmental archaeology, Excavations (Archaeology)--Florida, Archaeology--Geographic information systems, Paleo-Indians--Florida--Antiquities
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Title: The Redelimitation of the County Boundaries of Florida.
Creator: Lasseter, James, III, Florida Atlantic University, Kenzer, Martin S.
Abstract/Description: The State of Florida is divided into 67 counties. These counties serve as an "arm of the state" and administer state governmental functions at the local level. The last county to be created was Gilchrist on December 4, 1925. Since then, the state has evolved from a frontier state (population 1925) into the forth most populous state (population 1995) in the U.S. The county boundaries have not reflected this evolution. Using geographic information systems (GIS) and current census information...
Show moreThe State of Florida is divided into 67 counties. These counties serve as an "arm of the state" and administer state governmental functions at the local level. The last county to be created was Gilchrist on December 4, 1925. Since then, the state has evolved from a frontier state (population 1925) into the forth most populous state (population 1995) in the U.S. The county boundaries have not reflected this evolution. Using geographic information systems (GIS) and current census information the county boundaries of Florida will be reconfigured in hopes of better representing the citizens of the State of Florida at the county level.
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Date Issued: 1996
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/15332
Subject Headings: Florida--Administrative and political divisions, Florida--Historical geography--Maps, Geographic information systems
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Trade dynamics in South Florida during the Archaic and Glades periods: The commerce of shark teeth.
Creator: Seymour, Patricia A., Florida Atlantic University, Kennedy, William J.
Abstract/Description: The purpose of the proposed investigation is a multi-faceted study providing the opportunity to (a) examine the transverse Glades waterways within Broward County, Florida as trade networks during precolumbian times, (b) critically examine the importance of shark teeth as a commodity in the prehistoric commerce of south Florida, and (c) explore the utility of geographic information systems (GIS) in the resolution of the archaeological questions noted above. As suggested by the above statement,...
Show moreThe purpose of the proposed investigation is a multi-faceted study providing the opportunity to (a) examine the transverse Glades waterways within Broward County, Florida as trade networks during precolumbian times, (b) critically examine the importance of shark teeth as a commodity in the prehistoric commerce of south Florida, and (c) explore the utility of geographic information systems (GIS) in the resolution of the archaeological questions noted above. As suggested by the above statement, this study will focus on the dynamics involved in the distribution of shark teeth throughout archaeological sites in Broward County noting whether there are noticeable changes in the frequency of their distribution over time, or whether it is relatively constant. The study will attempt to better understand the important role of the southeast Florida transverse Glades waterways in the coast to inland commerce of shark teeth.
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Date Issued: 2003
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/13043
Subject Headings: Commerce, Prehistoric--Florida, Archaeology--Geographic information systems, Sharks, Fossil--Florida
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