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Geospatial Engineering
Geospatial engineering is an important part of civil engineering construction projects. Before construction work starts, precise mapping and planning is a critical part of the project process.
Responsibilities
Geospatial engineers can be responsible for:
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Computer-based measuring to map the best position |
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Producing up to date plans |
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Setting out a site so that structures are built to scale in the right place |
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Monitoring the construction process |
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Providing control points so the future movement of structures, such as dams or bridges, can be monitored |
Specialisms
You may specialise in any of the following areas:
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Land and engineering surveying (preparing maps and plans to ensure that construction takes place to the dimensions and tolerances required) |
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Hydrographic surveying (measuring and mapping all parts of the earth’s surface that are covered by water) |
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Photogrammetry and remote sensing (producing an area plan from photographic images and using electromagnetic energy to obtain information about objects without touching them) |
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Geographic information systems - GIS (collecting and presenting geographical information) |
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Cartography/visualisation (creating 2D or 3D maps and plans) |