Hydrographic Surveyor Science & Engineering Professionals
SaveWhat Does a Hydrographic Surveyor Do?
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.
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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.
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Skills You Need to Become a Hydrographic Surveyor
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialGeodesy knowledge
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.
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EssentialGeomatics knowledge
The scientific discipline that studies gathering, storing, and processing geographic information.
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EssentialHydrography knowledge
The scientific discipline that studies and measures the physical features of bodies of water such as oceans, lakes and rivers. It studies the current situation for navigational purposes and predicts …
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EssentialCartography knowledge
The study of interpreting the elements depicted in maps, the measures and technical specifications.
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EssentialMathematics knowledge
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 …
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EssentialSurveying knowledge
The technique of determining the terrestrial or three-dimensional position of points and the distances and angles between them.
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EssentialSurveying Methods knowledge
Have an understanding of surveying methods, remote sensing methods and equipment.
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EssentialTopography knowledge
Graphic representation of the surface features of a place or region on a map indicating their relative positions and elevations.
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EssentialBathymetry knowledge
The scientific discipline that studies underwater topography.
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EssentialCalibrate Electronic Instruments skill
Correct and adjust the reliability of an electronic instrument by measuring output and comparing results with the data of a reference device or a set of standardised results. This is …
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EssentialOperate Surveying Instruments skill
Operate and adjust measuring instruments such as theodolites and prisms, and other electronic distance-measuring tools.
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EssentialPerform Surveying Calculations skill
Perform calculations and gather technical data in order to determine earth curvature corrections, traverse adjustments and closures, level runs, azimuths, marker placements, etc.
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EssentialRecord Survey Measurements skill
Gather and process descriptive data by using documents such as sketches, drawings and notes.
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EssentialAdjust Surveying Equipment skill
Ensure accuracy of measurement by adjusting surveying equipment.
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EssentialCollect Mapping Data skill
Collect and conserve mapping resources and mapping data.
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EssentialCompare Survey Computations skill
Determine the accuracy of data by comparing computations with applicable standards.
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EssentialConduct Underwater Surveys skill
Conduct subaquatic surveys to measure and map the underwater topography and morphology of bodies of water in order to aid the planning of aquaculture projects, the construction of marine constructions, …
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EssentialDocument Survey Operations skill
Complete and file all required administrative, operational and technical documents related to a survey operation.
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EssentialPrepare Surveying Report skill
Write a survey report containing information on property boundaries, the height and depth of the terrain, etc..
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OptionalGeographic Information Systems knowledge
The tools involved in geographical mapping and positioning, such as GPS (global positioning systems), GIS (geographical information systems), and RS (remote sensing).
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OptionalOceanography knowledge
The scientific discipline that studies oceanic phenomena such as marine organisms, plate tectonics, and the geology of the ocean bottom.
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OptionalGeography knowledge
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.
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OptionalGeology knowledge
Solid earth, rock types, structures and the processes by which they are altered.
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OptionalAdvise Architects skill
Give advice on design, safety issues, and cost reduction to architects during the pre-application phase.
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OptionalApply Digital Mapping skill
Make maps by formatting compiled data into a virtual image that gives a precise representation of a specific area.
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OptionalAssist Scientific Research skill
Assist engineers or scientists with conducting experiments, performing analysis, developing new products or processes, constructing theory, and quality control.
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OptionalCollect Data Using Gps skill
Gather data in the field using Global Positioning System (GPS) devices.
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OptionalCollect Geological Data skill
Participate in the collection of geological data such as core logging, geological mapping, geochemical and geophysical surveying, digital data capture, etc.
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OptionalCreate Gis Reports skill
Use relevant geographic informations systems to create reports and maps based on geospatial information, using GIS software programmes.
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OptionalCreate Thematic Maps skill
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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OptionalDesign Scientific Equipment skill
Design new equipment or adapt existing equipment to aid scientists in gathering and analysing data and samples.
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OptionalDevelop Geological Databases skill
Develop geological databases in order to acquire and organise information.
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OptionalInterpret Geophysical Data skill
Interpret data of a geophysical nature: Earth's shape, its gravitational and magnetic fields, its structure and composition, and geophysical dynamics and their surface expression in plate tectonics.
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OptionalPrepare Geological Map Sections skill
Prepare geological sections, a vertical view of the local geology.
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OptionalProcess Collected Survey Data skill
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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OptionalStudy Aerial Photos skill
Use aerial photos to study phenomena on Earth's surface.
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OptionalUse Cad Software skill
Use computer-aided design (CAD) systems to assist in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimisation of a design.
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OptionalUse Geographic Information Systems skill
Work with computer data systems such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
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OptionalAssist Hydrographic Surveys skill
Assist in the installation and deployment of hydrographic surveying equipment.
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OptionalCompile Gis-Data skill
Gather and organise GIS-data from sources such as databases and maps.
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OptionalConduct Research Before Survey skill
Acquire information about property and its boundaries before the survey by searching legal records, survey records, and land titles.
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OptionalProvide Information On Geological Characteristics skill
Provide information on geological structures, host rock quality, groundwater implications and details on the mineralogical and textural composition of ores to enable mining and processing to be planned efficiently. The …
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OptionalSteer Vessels skill
Operate and steer vessels such as cruise ships, ferries, tankers, and container ships.
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