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Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists

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Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists study a variety of topics, such as conservation, homeland security, or urban planning. They do this using remote sensing, which is a technique that allows study of an object without making physical contact with that object. They may work with aerial or satellite pictures. They may analyze data that is gathered from remote sensing technology.

Physical Demands

This career requires good eyesight.

Typical Work Tasks

People who work in this career often:

Compile geographic or related data.
Attend conferences or workshops to maintain professional knowledge.
Review professional literature to maintain professional knowledge.
Analyze geological or geographical data.
Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
Record research or operational data.
Apply knowledge or research findings to address environmental problems.
Create images or other visual displays.
Develop environmental research methods.
Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use.

Typical Working Conditions

Using e-mail.
Working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions.
Sitting.
Freedom to make decisions without supervision.
The importance of being accurate or exact.
Working with a group or team.

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Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists

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Typical Working Conditions