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Assist scientists or related professionals in building, maintaining, modifying, or using geographic information systems (GIS) databases. May also perform some custom application development or provide user support.
5,063 GIS Technicians are currently employed in a 50 mile radius from Miami. This number is expected to increase by 6.6% over the next four years.
Study the nature and use of areas of the Earth's surface, relating and interpreting interactions of physical and cultural phenomena. Conduct research on physical aspects of a region, including land forms, climates, soils, plants, and animals, and conduct research on the spatial implications of human activities within a given area, including social characteristics, economic activities, and political organization, as well as researching interdependence between regions at scales ranging from local to global.
19 Geographers are currently employed in a 50 mile radius from Miami. This number is expected to increase by 0.0% over the next four years.
Research, study, and prepare maps and other spatial data in digital or graphic form for one or more purposes, such as legal, social, political, educational, and design purposes. May work with Geographic Information Systems (GIS). May design and evaluate algorithms, data structures, and user interfaces for GIS and mapping systems. May collect, analyze, and interpret geographic information provided by geodetic surveys, aerial photographs, and satellite data.
96 Cartographers and Photogrammetrists are currently employed in a 50 mile radius from Miami. This number is expected to increase by 5.2% over the next four years.
Prepare detailed drawings of architectural and structural features of buildings or drawings and topographical relief maps used in civil engineering projects, such as highways, bridges, and public works. Use knowledge of building materials, engineering practices, and mathematics to complete drawings.
2,619 Architectural and Civil Drafters are currently employed in a 50 mile radius from Miami. This number is expected to increase by 1.4% over the next four years.
Apply theory and principles of civil engineering in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of structures and facilities under the direction of engineering staff or physical scientists.
581 Civil Engineering Technicians are currently employed in a 50 mile radius from Miami. This number is expected to increase by 2.9% over the next four years.
Apply theory and principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental problems, including waste treatment and site remediation, under the direction of engineering staff or scientists. May assist in the development of environmental remediation devices.
193 Environmental Engineering Technicians are currently employed in a 50 mile radius from Miami. This number is expected to increase by 4.1% over the next four years.
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