How do they match: Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians

  • Computer-Aided Design and Drafting Geographic Information Systems Technician

  • Design or coordinate the development of integrated Geographic Information Systems (GIS) spatial or non-spatial databases.
  • Design or prepare graphic representations of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, using GIS hardware or software applications.
  • Design, program, or model Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications or procedures.
  • Conduct research, data analysis, systems design, or support for software such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or Global Positioning Systems (GPS) mapping software.
  • Develop specialized computer software routines, internet-based Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases, or business applications to customize geographic information.
  • Document, design, code, or test Geographic Information Systems (GIS) models, internet mapping solutions, or other applications.
  • Enter data into Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases, using techniques such as coordinate geometry, keyboard entry of tabular data, manual digitizing of maps, scanning or automatic conversion to vectors, or conversion of other sources of digital data.
  • Perform computer programming, data analysis, or software development for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications, including the maintenance of existing systems or research and development for future enhancements.
  • Perform integrated or computerized Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analyses to address scientific problems.

  • Design computer modeling or simulation programs.
  • Design integrated computer systems.
  • Design software applications.
  • Collaborate with others to determine design specifications or details.
  • Recommend changes to improve computer or information systems.
  • Train others in computer interface or software use.
  • Troubleshoot issues with computer applications or systems.
  • Update computer database information.
  • Write computer programming code.