geographic information systems
The tools involved in geographical mapping and positioning, such as GPS (global positioning systems), GIS (geographical information systems), and RS (remote sensing).
digital
Land planners visit sites in order to create projects and plans for land usage and development. They collect and analyse data about the land. Land planners provide advice on the efficiency and safety of development plans.
Competences and skills
38 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 13 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesgreen building standards
The guidelines on how to design and construct sustainable buildings. They follow the criterion of mitigating the environmental impact of buildings while promoting green practices among the occupants.
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surveying methods
The fundamental principles and procedures of surveying applied to civil engineering, including remote sensing methods, and related equipment.
topography
Graphic representation of the surface features of a place or region on a map indicating their relative positions and elevations.
Cross-sector
9 competencescivil engineering
The engineering discipline that studies the design, construction and maintenance of naturally built works such as roads, buildings, and canals.
engineering principles
The engineering elements like functionality, replicability, and costs in relation to the design and how they are applied in the completion of engineering projects.
environmental policy
Local, national and international policies dealing with the promotion of environmental sustainability and the development of projects which reduce negative environmental impact and improve the state of the environment.
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geography
The scientific discipline that studies the land, phenomena, characteristics and inhabitants of Earth. This field seeks to understand the natural and man-made complexities of Earth. It explores the social, political, and economic characteristics of human societies as well as the morphological properties of the Earth.
surveying
The technique of determining the terrestrial or three-dimensional position of points and the distances and angles between them.
technical drawings
Drawing software and the various symbols, perspectives, units of measurement, notation systems, visual styles and page layouts used in technical drawings.
digital
urban planning
Political and technical process that seeks to design the urban environment and optimize land use by considering various aspects such as infrastructure, water, and green and social spaces.
urban planning law
Investments and urban development agreements. Legislative developments regarding construction in terms of environmental, sustainability, social and financial matters.
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zoning codes
The division of land into zones where various uses and activities are allowed, such as residential, agricultural, and industrial activities. These zones are regulated by legislative procedures and local authorities.
Essential skills and competences 6 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesadvise on architectural matters
Provide advice on architectural design, based on knowledge of matters such as spatial division, balance of construction elements, and aesthetics.
compare survey computations
Determine the accuracy of data by comparing computations with applicable standards.
digital
Cross-sector
4 competencesadvise on use of land
Recommend the best ways to use land and resources. Advise on locations for roads, schools, parks, etc.
execute feasibility study
Perform the evaluation and assessment of the potential of a project, plan, proposition or new idea. Realise a standardised study which is based on extensive investigation and research to support the process of decision making.
process collected survey data
Analyse and interpret survey data acquired from a wide variety of sources e.g. satellite surveys, aerial photography and laser measurement systems.
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provide technical expertise
Provide expert knowledge in a particular field, especially concerning mechanical or scientific subjects, to decision makers, engineers, technical staff or journalists.
Optional knowledge 7 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesarchitecture regulations
The regulations, statutes, and legal agreements existing in the European Union in the field of architecture.
rural development strategies
Practical approaches that are collectively used as responses to development needs in rural areas.
spatial planning
An interdisciplinary field of study between engineering and social sciences. It refers to the planning of economic, environmental and social processes for specific aims. These processes are combined with diagrams and visual representation about sociospatial activities.
Cross-sector
4 competencesbuilding codes
The set of guidelines that determine the minimum standards for buildings and other constructions in order to protect public health and safety.
geodesy
The scientific discipline that combines applied mathematics and earth sciences in order to measure and represent the Earth. It studies phenomena such as gravitational fields, polar motion, and tides.
geology
Solid earth, rock types, structures and the processes by which they are altered.
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photogrammetry
The science of taking photographs from at least two different locations in order to measure land surfaces to be represented in a map, 3D model or physical model.
Optional skills and competences 12 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesconduct land surveys
Conduct surveys to determine the location and features of natural and man-made structures, on surface level as well as underground and underwater. Operate electronic distance-measuring equipment and digital measuring instruments.
document survey operations
Complete and file all required administrative, operational and technical documents related to a survey operation.
operate surveying instruments
Operate and adjust measuring instruments such as theodolites and prisms, and other electronic distance-measuring tools.
record survey data
Gather and process descriptive data by using documents such as sketches, drawings and notes.
Cross-sector
8 competencesadvise architects
Give advise on design, safety issues, and cost reduction to architects during the pre-application phase.
advise on building matters
Provide advice on building matters to the various parties involved in construction projects. Bring to their awareness important building considerations and consult on construction budgets.
collect data using GPS
Gather data in the field using Global Positioning System (GPS) devices.
digital
compile GIS-data
Gather and organise GIS-data from sources such as databases and maps.
digital
determine property boundaries
Establish the boundaries of properties using surveying equipment.
liaise with local authorities
Maintain the liaison and exchange of information with regional or local authorities.
perform surveying calculations
Perform calculations and gather technical data in order to determine earth curvature corrections, traverse adjustments and closures, level runs, azimuths, marker placements, etc.
promote sustainability
Promote the concept of sustainability to the public, colleagues and fellow professionals through speeches, guided tours, displays and workshops.
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