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Job Description

Collect, analyze, and interpret geographic information provided by geodetic surveys, aerial photographs, and satellite data. Research, study, and prepare maps and other spatial data in digital or graphic form for 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.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 17-1021.00
The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 66,160.00
The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 31.00
Currently, there are 12,100 people on this job

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Cartographers and Photogrammetrists”.

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Tasks for “Stereoplotter Operator”

Prepare and alter trace maps, charts, tables, detailed drawings, and three-dimensional optical models of terrain using stereoscopic plotting and computer graphics equipment.
Study legal records to establish boundaries of local, national, and international properties.
Select aerial photographic and remote sensing techniques and plotting equipment needed to meet required standards of accuracy.
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.
Identify, scale, and orient geodetic points, elevations, and other planimetric or topographic features, applying standard mathematical formulas.
Determine guidelines that specify which source material is acceptable for use.
Compile data required for map preparation, including aerial photographs, survey notes, records, reports, and original maps.
Travel over photographed areas to observe, identify, record, and verify all relevant features.
Collect information about specific features of the Earth, using aerial photography and other digital remote sensing techniques.
Inspect final compositions to ensure completeness and accuracy.
Revise existing maps and charts, making all necessary corrections and adjustments.
Build and update digital databases.
Examine and analyze data from ground surveys, reports, aerial photographs, and satellite images to prepare topographic maps, aerial-photograph mosaics, and related charts.
Delineate aerial photographic detail, such as control points, hydrography, topography, and cultural features, using precision stereoplotting apparatus or drafting instruments.

Related Technology & Tools

Scanners
Drafting machines
T-squares
Digital image printers
Templates
Notebook computers
Scales
Digitizers
Drafting instruments
Film processors and editors
Large-format aerial digital cameras
Personal computers
Photogrammetric scanners
Protractors
Lamination systems
Analytical stereoplotters
Windows servers
Remote sensing equipment
Compasses
Laser imaging detection and ranging LIDAR systems
Global positioning system GPS receivers
Triangles
Panoramic digital line cameras
Mapping grade global positioning system GPS receivers
Laser printers
Planimeters
Geodetic ground global positioning system GPS receivers
Computer servers
Color digital camera systems
Aerial imagery mapping-grade global positioning systems GPS
French curves
Automatic levels
Dividers
Total stations
Large-format plotters
Color inkjet plotters
Photo enlargers
Video thermal imagers
Digital camcorders
Type lettering sets

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