Description
Cartographers create maps by combining various scientific informations depending of the purpose of the map (e.g. topographic, urban, or political maps). They combine the interpretation of mathematical notes and measurements with the aesthetics and visual depiction of the site for developing the maps. They may also work on developing and improving geographic information systems and may perform scientific research within cartography.
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Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
create thematic mapsimprove user-friendlinessdraft legendshandle geospatial technologiescompile GIS-dataexecute analytical mathematical calculationscreate GIS reportsapply digital mappinguse geographic information systemscollect mapping datause software for data preservationidentify customer's needsdesign graphicsstudy aerial photosarchive scientific documentationuse CAD softwareconduct scholarly researchcollect data using GPSapply desktop publishing techniquesconduct field workuse traditional illustration techniquesreport analysis resultsperform surveying calculationsconduct quantitative researchuse digital illustration techniquesprocess collected survey datasolve location and navigation problems by using GPS toolsperform scientific researchdesign customised mapsassist scientific researchuse spreadsheets softwareoperate scientific measuring equipment