Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians
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Occupation Overview - Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians
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.
Training Courses for the Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians Job Role
What does a Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians do?
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.
Core Task Examples:
Assist users in formulating Geographic Information Systems (GIS) requirements or understanding the implications of alternatives.
Collect, compile, or integrate Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, such as remote sensing or cartographic data for inclusion in map manuscripts.
Confer with users to analyze, configure, or troubleshoot applications.
Create visual representations of geospatial data, using complex procedures such as analytical modeling, three-dimensional renderings, or plot creation.
Create, analyze, report, convert, or transfer data, using specialized applications program software.
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.
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.
Interpret aerial or ortho photographs.
Maintain or modify existing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases.
Make recommendations regarding upgrades, considering implications of new or revised Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software, equipment, or applications.
Meet with clients to discuss topics such as technical specifications, customized solutions, or operational problems.
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 geospatial data building, modeling, or analysis, using advanced spatial analysis, data manipulation, or cartography software.
Perform integrated or computerized Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analyses to address scientific problems.
Prepare training materials for, or make presentations to, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) users.
Produce data layers, maps, tables, or reports, using spatial analysis procedures or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology, equipment, or systems.
