GIS-51: Dr. Roger Tomlinson-The Father of GIS

Lecture And Interview

Order No:

GIS-51

Reference No:

GIS 51-1

Length:

50 minutes

Roger Tomlinson, the "father of GIS", was instrumental in developing the first "real" GIS during the 1960's. For his significant contributions to the advancement of GIS technology, during a distinguished career spanning nearly four decades! He was presented with the GIS WORLD Lifetime Achievement Award at GIS '96, held in Vancouver, Canada. This video is the live recording of Dr. Tomlinson's Keynote Address, followed by an interview with Michael Rende.

Lecturer:

  • Dr. Roger Tomlinson

Interviewed by

  • Micheal Rende

Suitability for
Level of
Instruction:

  • University (Undergraduate)
  • Advanced Research
  • Professional

Year of
Presentation:

1996

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