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Cartographers and Photogrammetrists

SOC 17-1021.00

Collect, analyze, and interpret geographic information provided by geodetic surveys, aerial photographs, and satellite data. Research, study, and prepare maps and other spatial data in digital or graphic form for 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.

Zone 4 Architecture and Engineering

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Reading Comprehension

4.0

Writing

3.5

Critical Thinking

3.5

Active Listening

3.4

Active Learning

3.2

Speaking

3.1

Monitoring

3.1

Complex Problem Solving

3.1

Knowledge Areas 8

Geography

4.5

Computers and Electronics

4.2

English Language

3.5

Design

3.4

Mathematics

3.3

Customer and Personal Service

2.9

Engineering and Technology

2.8

Education and Training

2.8

Key Tasks

1Compile data required for map preparation, including aerial photographs, survey notes, records, reports, and original maps.

2Delineate aerial photographic detail, such as control points, hydrography, topography, and cultural features, using precision stereoplotting apparatus or drafting instruments.

3Prepare and alter trace maps, charts, tables, detailed drawings, and three-dimensional optical models of terrain using stereoscopic plotting and computer graphics equipment.

4Study legal records to establish boundaries of local, national, and international properties.

5Inspect final compositions to ensure completeness and accuracy.

Also Known As

Aerial Photogrammetrist Cartographer Cartographic Designer Cartographic Drafter Cartography Supervisor Cartography Technician Compiler Data Mapper Digital Cartographer Field Map Editor

Tools & Equipment

Aerial imagery mapping-grade global positioning systems GPS Analytical stereoplotters Automatic levels Color digital camera systems Color inkjet plotters