Surveying and Mapping Technicians
Career Snapshot
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Perform surveying and mapping duties, usually under the direction of an engineer, surveyor, cartographer, or photogrammetrist, to obtain data used for construction, mapmaking, boundary location, mining, or other purposes. May calculate mapmaking information and create maps from source data, such as surveying notes, aerial photography, satellite data, or other maps to show topographical features, political boundaries, and other features. May verify accuracy and completeness of maps.
Activities
Analyzing Data or Information

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Documenting/Recording Information

Getting Information

Interacting With Computers

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Processing Information

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Areas of Study
Clerical

Computers and Electronics

Customer and Personal Service

Design

Engineering and Technology

English Language

Geography

Mathematics

Degrees
Colleges
Top Skills
Active Learning

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Mathematics

Reading Comprehension

Speaking

Time Management

Writing
