How do they match: Cartographers and Photogrammetrists

  • Cartographers and Photogrammetrists

  • Light Detection and Ranging Technician

  • Research, study, and prepare maps and other spatial data in digital or graphic form for one or more purposes, such as legal, social, political, educational, and design purposes. May work with Geographic Information Systems (GIS). May design and evaluate algorithms, data structures, and user interfaces for GIS and mapping systems. May collect, analyze, and interpret geographic information provided by geodetic surveys, aerial photographs, and satellite data.

  • Collect information about specific features of the Earth, using aerial photography and other digital remote sensing techniques.
  • Delineate aerial photographic detail, such as control points, hydrography, topography, and cultural features, using precision stereoplotting apparatus or drafting instruments.
  • Determine guidelines that specify which source material is acceptable for use.
  • Prepare and alter trace maps, charts, tables, detailed drawings, and three-dimensional optical models of terrain using stereoscopic plotting and computer graphics equipment.

  • Select tools, equipment, or technologies for use in operations or projects.