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Geodetic Surveyors

Measure large areas of the Earth's surface using satellite observations, global navigation satellite systems (GNSS), light detection and ranging (LIDAR), or related sources.

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Analyze control or survey data to ensure adherence to project specifications or land survey standards.

Conduct surveys to determine exact positions, measurement of points, elevations, lines, areas, volumes, contours, or other features of land surfaces.

Calculate the exact horizontal and vertical position of points on the Earth's surface.

Maintain databases of geodetic and related information, including coordinate, descriptive, or quality assurance data.

Verify the mathematical correctness of newly collected survey data.

Compute horizontal and vertical coordinates of control networks, using direct leveling or other geodetic survey techniques, such as triangulation, trilateration, and traversing, to establish features of the Earth's surface.

Plan or direct the work of geodetic surveying staff, providing technical consultation as needed.

Assess the quality of control data to determine the need for additional survey data for engineering, construction, or other projects.

Distribute compiled geodetic data to government agencies or the general public.

Request additional survey data when field collection errors occur or engineering surveying specifications are not maintained.

Geodetic Surveyors

Overview

Career

What Geodetic Surveyors Do

Other Job Titles Geodetic Surveyors May Have

Tasks & Responsibilities May Include

Geodetic Surveyors

Overview

Career

What Geodetic Surveyors Do

Other Job Titles Geodetic Surveyors May Have

Tasks & Responsibilities May Include

Education

Level of Education Attained by Geodetic Surveyors

Majors Related to Career

Related Careers

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