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SURVEYING |
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CAREER AREA - ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY |
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| Work activities in this group primarily involve determining and delineating the shape, size, location, and other aspects of natural and human-made objects or features on the earth surface, and in exploring and examining underground earth formations. Typically, workers take linear and angular measurements of tracts of land; obtain and interpret seismograms and other graphic indications or records of the composition and structure of underground formations; locate positions of aircraft and direct their courses; obtain knowledge of particular terrains by studying aerial photographs; and prepare maps, charts, sketches, and other graphic representations from data collected. | |
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| Understanding of the principles of geometry and trigonometry; strong liking for outdoor work; ability to draw; finger dexterity; good vision and health; physical stamina; and the ability to perceive relationships of objects in space or to envision objects of two or three dimensions on flat surfaces. | |
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| Land Surveyor | |
| Mapping Scientist | |
| Geodetic Surveyor | |
| Geophysical Prospecting Surveyor | |
| Marine Surveyor | |
| Geographic Information Specialist | |
| Survey Technician | |
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| Systems Engineering | Marine Advanced Technology Education |
| Drafting | Earth Sciences |
| Mathematics and Related Research | |
| Laboratory Technology | |
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