Mapping Technicians
Also called: Mapping Technician, Stereoplotter Operator, Photogrammetric Compilation Specialist, Photogrammetric Technician
What they do:
Calculate mapmaking information from field notes, and draw and verify accuracy of topographical maps.
On the job, you would:
- Check all layers of maps to ensure accuracy, identifying and marking errors and making corrections.
- Determine scales, line sizes, or colors to be used for hard copies of computerized maps, using plotters.
- Monitor mapping work or the updating of maps to ensure accuracy, the inclusion of new or changed information, or compliance with rules and regulations.
Engineering and Technology
Math and Science
Arts and Humanities
Business
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
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Math
Verbal
Ideas and Logic
Visual Understanding
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People interested in this work like activities that include data, detail, and regular routines.
They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Map creation software
Computer aided design CAD software
Data base user interface and query software
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You might like a career in one of these industries:
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See more details at O*NET OnLine about mapping technicians.