
Geodetic Surveyors
Also called: Geodesist, Geodetic Advisor, Licensed Land Surveyor, Survey Director
What they do:
Measure large areas of the Earth's surface using satellite observations, global navigation satellite systems (GNSS), light detection and ranging (LIDAR), or related sources.
On the job, you would:
- Calculate the exact horizontal and vertical position of points on the Earth's surface.
- Maintain databases of geodetic and related information, including coordinate, descriptive, or quality assurance data.
- Verify the mathematical correctness of newly collected survey data.
Knowledge
Math and Science
- arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
- geography
Engineering and Technology
- product and service development
- computers and electronics
Arts and Humanities
- English language
Communications
- telecommunications
Skills
Basic Skills
- using math to solve problems
- reading work related information
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
People and Technology Systems
- thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one
- figuring out how a system should work and how changes in the future will affect it
Abilities
Math
- choose the right type of math to solve a problem
- add, subtract, multiply, or divide
Verbal
- communicate by speaking
- listen and understand what people say
Ideas and Logic
- order or arrange things
- make general rules or come up with answers from lots of detailed information
Visual Understanding
- see hidden patterns
Personality
People interested in this work like activities that include ideas, thinking, and figuring things out.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Analytical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Integrity
- Dependability
- Initiative
- Cooperation
Technology
You might use software like this on the job:
Map creation software
Analytical or scientific software
- Carlson Simplicity "Sight" Survey
- National Geodetic Survey NGS VERTCON
Education
Job Outlook
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