Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians

KNOWLEDGE

• Geography
  Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.


• Computers and Electronics
  Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.


• English Language
  Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.


• Mathematics
  Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

SKILLS

• Reading Comprehension
  Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.


• Critical Thinking
  Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.


• Complex Problem Solving
  Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.


• Speaking
  Talking to others to convey information effectively.


• Active Listening
  Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

ABILITIES

• Inductive Reasoning
  The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).


• Written Comprehension
  The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.


• Near Vision
  The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).


• Deductive Reasoning
  The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.


• Oral Expression
  The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

PERSONALITY

People interested in this work, will do well at jobs that need;