cartography
The study of interpreting the elements depicted in maps, the measures and technical specifications.
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.
Competences and skills
49 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 7 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesgeographic 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
topography
Graphic representation of the surface features of a place or region on a map indicating their relative positions and elevations.
Cross-sector
4 competencesempirical analysis
The evidence-based method that is used to analyse and interpret information with the aim of drawing conclusions about a specific issue.
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.
geomatics
The scientific discipline that studies gathering, storing, and processing geographic information.
mathematics
Mathematics is the study of topics such as quantity, structure, space, and change. It involves the identification of patterns and formulating new conjectures based on them. Mathematicians strive to prove the truth or falsity of these conjectures. There are many fields of mathematics, some of which are widely used for practical applications.
Essential skills and competences 10 competences
Occupation specific
2 competencesdraft legends
Draft explanatory texts, tables or lists of symbols to make products such as maps and charts more accessible to users.
improve user-friendliness
Research and test new methods to make a product such as a website or map easier to use and understand.
digital
Sector-specific
2 competenceshandle geospatial technologies
Can use Geospatial Technologies which involve GPS (global positioning systems), GIS (geographical information systems), and RS (remote sensing) in the daily work.
digital
use geographic information systems
Work with computer data systems such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
digital
Cross-sector
6 competencesapply digital mapping
Make maps by formatting compiled data into a virtual image that gives a precise representation of a specific area.
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collect mapping data
Collect and conserve mapping resources and mapping data.
digital
compile GIS-data
Gather and organise GIS-data from sources such as databases and maps.
digital
create GIS reports
Use relevant geographic informations systems to create reports and maps based on geospatial information, using GIS software programmes.
digital
create thematic maps
Use various techniques such as choropleth mapping and dasymetric mapping to create thematic maps based on geospatial information, using software programmes.
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execute analytical mathematical calculations
Apply mathematical methods and make use of calculation technologies in order to perform analyses and devise solutions to specific problems.
Optional knowledge 10 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesICT system programming
The methods and tools required to develop system software, specifications of system architectures and interfacing techniques between network and system modules and components.
digital
surveying methods
The fundamental principles and procedures of surveying applied to civil engineering, including remote sensing methods, and related equipment.
Cross-sector
8 competencesdesktop publishing
The creation of documents using page layout skills on a computer. Desktop publishing software can generate layouts and produce typographic quality text and images.
digital
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.
green
legal research
The methods and procedures of research in legal matters, such as the regulations, and different approaches to analyses and source gathering, and the knowledge on how to adapt the research methodology to a specific case to obtain the required information.
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.
remote sensing techniques
The different techniques to obtain information on objects and phenomena on Earth's surface without having physical contact with them, such as electromagnetic radiation, radar imaging, and sonar imaging.
scientific research methodology
The theoretical methodology used in scientific research involving doing background research, constructing an hypothesis, testing it, analysing data and concluding the results.
surveying
The technique of determining the terrestrial or three-dimensional position of points and the distances and angles between them.
Optional skills and competences 22 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesidentify customer's needs
Use appropriate questions and active listening in order to identify customer expectations, desires and requirements according to product and services.
solve location and navigation problems by using GPS tools
Use applications and devices which provide users with accurate assessment of their location using system of satellites, such as navigation systems.
digital
use digital illustration techniques
Create drawings using digital illustration programmes and techniques.
digital
use traditional illustration techniques
Create drawings using traditional illustration techniques such as watercolour, pen and ink, airbrush art, oil painting, pastels, wood engraving, and linoleum cuts.
Cross-sector
18 competencesapply desktop publishing techniques
Apply desktop publishing techniques to create page layouts and typographic quality text.
digital
archive scientific documentation
Store documents such as protocols, analysis results and scientific data using archiving systems to enable scientists and engineers to take methods and results from previous studies into account for their research.
assist scientific research
Assist engineers or scientists with conducting experiments, performing analysis, developing new products or processes, constructing theory, and quality control.
collect data using GPS
Gather data in the field using Global Positioning System (GPS) devices.
digital
conduct field work
Conducts field work or research which is the collection of information outside of a laboratory or workplace setting. Visit places in order to collect specific information about the field.
conduct quantitative research
Execute a systematic empirical investigation of observable phenomena via statistical, mathematical or computational techniques.
conduct scholarly research
Plan scholarly research by formulating the research question and conducting empirical or literature research in order to investigate the truth of the research question.
design customised maps
Design maps taking into account the customer's specifications and requirements.
design graphics
Apply a variety of visual techniques in order to design graphic material. Combine graphical elements to communicate concepts and ideas.
- Scope note
- This includes computer graphic design.
operate scientific measuring equipment
Operate devices, machinery, and equipment designed for scientific measurement. Scientific equipment consists of specialised measuring instruments refined to facilitate the acquisition of data.
perform scientific research
Gain, correct or improve knowledge about phenomena by using scientific methods and techniques, based on empirical or measurable observations.
research
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.
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.
digital
report analysis results
Produce research documents or give presentations to report the results of a conducted research and analysis project, indicating the analysis procedures and methods which led to the results, as well as potential interpretations of the results.
study aerial photos
Use aerial photos to study phenomena on Earth's surface.
use CAD software
Use computer-aided design (CAD) systems to assist in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimisation of a design.
digital
use software for data preservation
Utilise specialised applications and software to collect and preserve digital information.
digital
use spreadsheets software
Use software tools to create and edit tabular data to carry out mathematical calculations, organise data and information, create diagrams based on data and to retrieve them.
digital