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Cartographer
Do you have a love of Geography and Maps in particular? A career in Cartography will give you an opportunity to work in the field you enjoy.
Cartographers 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).
Cartographers Identify, scale and orient geodetic points, elevations and other planimetric or topographic features, applying standard mathematical formulas.
Source: The Ultimate Career Guide
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Career Snapshot Cartographer |
In Demand
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Qualification Required |
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Work Outdoors |
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Maths Required |
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Science Required |
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This is a general guide - it is important to check admission requirements with the various training institutions first because entry requirements may vary.
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