Map Surveyor
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized technical job that measures and analyzes the positions and shapes of terrain and man-made structures to create accurate maps.
Description
Map surveyors use total stations, GNSS (GPS) equipment, drones, and aerial photography to measure terrain and man-made objects, process and analyze the data with CAD and GIS software to create maps. They handle setting up survey points and data collection during on-site surveys, and data editing, coordinate calculations, and quality control in the office. They provide map information used in a wide range of fields such as public works, urban planning, civil engineering design, and disaster countermeasures, where accuracy and safety are required.
Future Outlook
High-precision map demand is stable for infrastructure development, urban development, and disaster countermeasures in both public and private sectors, and expertise is expected to increase further with the普及 of drone and remote sensing technologies.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Surveyor Assistant → Surveyor → Senior Engineer → Project Manager → Consultant
Required Skills
Coordinate Calculation / GNSS Surveying / Surveying Software Operation / Total Station Operation
Recommended Skills
Data Processing (Python) / Drone Surveying / English Literature Reading / LiDAR Measurement
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in survey data directly affect map accuracy. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because high mathematical analysis skills are needed for coordinate calculations and data processing. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical strength for long outdoor movements and carrying surveying equipment. |
| Planning & Organization | Because planning skills for survey areas, equipment placement, and survey routes are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work follows standardized methods. |
Related Qualifications
- GIS Proficiency Test
- Surveyor
- Surveyor Assistant
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