Also called: Cartographer, Photogrammetric Technician, Photogrammetrist, Stereo Compiler
Research, study, and prepare maps and other spatial data in digital or graphic form for one or more purposes, such as legal, social, political, educational, and design purposes. May work with Geographic Information Systems (GIS). May design and evaluate algorithms, data structures, and user interfaces for GIS and mapping systems. May collect, analyze, and interpret geographic information provided by geodetic surveys, aerial photographs, and satellite data.
Math and Science
Engineering and Technology
Arts and Humanities
Basic Skills
Problem Solving
Verbal
Ideas and Logic
Visual Understanding
Conventional
People interested in this work like activities that include data, detail, and regular routines.
Geographic information system
Presentation software
Map creation software
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