Describe your map composition process in terms of the Geospatial Technology Comp
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Question
Describe your map composition process in terms of the Geospatial Technology Competency Model developed by the U.S. Department of Labor. Detail two competencies from tiers 4 & 5 that you think represent the knowledge base required to create your map. You might want to download the .pdf file for the competency model. The model can be found at:http://www.careeronestop.org/CompetencyModel/
This site has numerous competency models for various industries. Make sure to review the Geospatial Technology model found under the heading Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.
In your discussion make sure to note the tier, heading, and bullet of the two competencies.
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Explanation / Answer
Geospatial technology competency model species the 74 competencies or 18 competency areas required in the geospatial industry. This model is developed by researching and analysing the available resources, existing standards, competency related curriculum and certifications that are required to get success in the geospatial industry. It guides the people who want to get good jobs and make long term career plans in the geospatial industry in the area of surveying, mapping, information science, computer science etc. Besides that this model will also serve as a guide in hiring and recruitment process, continuous professional development, assessment and certification, development of career pathway which promotes the geospatial technology.
It consists of various competencies
Tier 1: Personal effectiveness
Tier 2: Academic
Tier 3: Workplace
Tier 4: Industry wide technical
Tier 5: Industry sector technical
Tier 5 Industry sector technical competencies include the skills in positioning and aquiring the data, analysis and modelling of the data and software and application development. Where Tier 4 industry wide technical competencies include the core geospatial skills and knowledge