hydrographic surveyor

Hydrographic surveyors measure and map, by means of specialised equipment, marine environments. They collect scientific data in order to study the underwater topography and morphology of bodies of water.

Alternative Labels

hydrographic science researcher

field hydrographer

hydrographic researcher

hydrographic scientist

hydrography surveyor

hydrographic research scientist

hydrographic analyst

hydrographic research analyst

hydrographer

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

collect mapping data record survey data adjust surveying equipment document survey operations perform surveying calculations prepare surveying report operate surveying instruments compare survey computations conduct underwater surveys calibrate electronic instruments

Essential Knowledge

geomatics mathematics geodesy bathymetry hydrography topography surveying surveying methods cartography

Optional Skills and Competences

design scientific equipment create thematic maps compile GIS-data provide information on geological characteristics study aerial photos use CAD software collect data using GPS create GIS reports collect geological data prepare geological map sections interpret geophysical data use geographic information systems process collected survey data advise architects apply digital mapping conduct research before survey steer vessels assist scientific research assist hydrographic surveys develop geological databases

Optional Knowledge

geography geographic information systems oceanography geology

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/439c52ae-23ce-4d1e-bea1-bac135497977

Status

released

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