Careers as Cartographers and Photogrammetrists

People in many locations who are good at math, problem solving, and critical thinking may be perfect candidates for becoming Cartographers and Photogrammetrists.

These professionals use information from surveys and photographs to do research on and analyze geographic information. They are responsible for measuring and mapping the earth’s surface, and are experts on latitude and longitude, elevation, population density, land-use, and precipitation levels.

Using geodetic surveys, remote sensing systems, aerial cameras, satellites and light-imaging detection and ranging (LIDAR), cartographers and photogrammetrists create digital and graphic maps that tell the physical and social stories of geographic areas.

To excel in this industry requires a bachelor’s degree in either surveying, cartography, geography, forestry, engineering, computer science, or physical science, as well as a license from their state. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts an increase in jobs for this career.

Regardless of your background or experience, you can embark on a unique career as a cartographer and photogrammetrist today in many locations. What are you waiting for? Enroll today!

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