Standard Occupational Classification System Item

Group Detailed
Code 17-3031
Title Surveying and Mapping Technicians
Definition Perform surveying and mapping duties, usually under the direction of an engineer, surveyor, cartographer, or photogrammetrist, to obtain data used for construction, mapmaking, boundary location, mining, or other purposes. May calculate mapmaking information and create maps from source data, such as surveying notes, aerial photography, satellite data, or other maps to show topographical features, political boundaries, and other features. May verify accuracy and completeness of maps. Excludes Cartographers and Photogrammetrists (17-1021), Surveyors" (17-1022), and Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers (19-2042)." Major,19-0000,"Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
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