How do they match: Cartographers and Photogrammetrists

  • Cartographers and Photogrammetrists

  • GIS Specialist
  • Geographic Information Systems Specialist
  • Light Detection and Ranging Technician

  • Collect information about specific features of the Earth, using aerial photography and other digital remote sensing techniques.
  • Determine guidelines that specify which source material is acceptable for use.
  • 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.
  • Examine and analyze data from ground surveys, reports, aerial photographs, and satellite images to prepare topographic maps, aerial-photograph mosaics, and related charts.

  • Determine design criteria or specifications.