Cartographers and Photogrammetrist

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  Architecture and Engineering Occupations

Cartographers and Photogrammetrist

Also Called: Aerial Photogrammetrist, Cartographer, Cartographic Designer, Digital Cartographer, Mapper, Photogrammetric Technician, Photogrammetrist, Stereo Compiler, Stereoplotter Operator, Aerial Photogrammetrist, Cartographer, Cartographic Designer, Digital Cartographer, Mapper, Photogrammetric Technician, Photogrammetrist, Stereo Compiler, Stereoplotter Operator

What they do

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.

$48,660
Starting Salary (2023)
$76,210
Median Salary (2023)
5.0%
Projected Job Growth
12,330
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

Compile data required for map preparation, including aerial photographs, survey notes, records, reports, and original maps.
Revise existing maps and charts, making all necessary corrections and adjustments.
Inspect final compositions to ensure completeness and accuracy.
Build and update digital databases.
Determine map content and layout, as well as production specifications such as scale, size, projection, and colors, and direct production to ensure that specifications are followed.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Attention to Detail
Dependability
Cooperation
Innovation
Adaptability/Flexibility
Initiative

What key skills are needed for this job?

Reading Comprehension
Writing
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Active Learning
Complex Problem Solving

Expected Knowledge

Geography
Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Common Activities

Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Working with Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

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