How do they match: Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians

  • Computer-Aided Design and Drafting Geographic Information Systems Technician

  • Assist scientists or related professionals in building, maintaining, modifying, or using geographic information systems (GIS) databases. May also perform some custom application development or provide user support.

  • 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.
  • Document, design, code, or test Geographic Information Systems (GIS) models, internet mapping solutions, or other applications.
  • Perform geospatial data building, modeling, or analysis, using advanced spatial analysis, data manipulation, or cartography software.

  • Design computer modeling or simulation programs.
  • Design integrated computer systems.
  • Design software applications.
  • Collaborate with others to determine design specifications or details.