# Remote Sensing Technicians > Apply remote sensing technologies to assist scientists in areas such as natural resources, urban planning, or homeland security. May prepare flight plans or sensor configurations for flight trips. - Code: 19-4099.03 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 19-4099) - Family: [Life, Physical & Social Science](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-19), one of its 66 occupations - Tasks: 21 tasks (9 core, 9 supplemental and 3 not rated) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-4099.03 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/19-4099.03.json ## What the work is made of 1. Collect geospatial data, using technologies such as aerial photography, light and radio wave detection systems, digital satellites, or thermal energy systems. Core task · Task 16999 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 2. Verify integrity and accuracy of data contained in remote sensing image analysis systems. Core task · Task 16986 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 3. Integrate remotely sensed data with other geospatial data. Core task · Task 16991 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 4. Consult with remote sensing scientists, surveyors, cartographers, or engineers to determine project needs. Core task · Task 16996 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 5. Adjust remotely sensed images for optimum presentation by using software to select image displays, define image set categories, or choose processing routines. Core task · Task 16997 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 6. Manipulate raw data to enhance interpretation, either on the ground or during remote sensing flights. Core task · Task 16998 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 7. Merge scanned images or build photo mosaics of large areas, using image processing software. Core task · Task 16990 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 8. Participate in the planning or development of mapping projects. Core task · Task 16981 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 9. Prepare documentation or presentations, including charts, photos, or graphs. Core task · Task 16987 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 10. Correct raw data for errors due to factors such as skew or atmospheric variation. Supplemental task · Task 16994 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 11. Calibrate data collection equipment. Supplemental task · Task 16995 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 12. Develop or maintain geospatial information databases. Supplemental task · Task 16993 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 13. Monitor raw data quality during collection, and make equipment corrections as necessary. Supplemental task · Task 16989 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 14. Maintain records of survey data. Supplemental task · Task 16982 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 15. Evaluate remote sensing project requirements to determine the types of equipment or computer software necessary to meet project requirements, such as specific image types or output resolutions. Supplemental task · Task 16992 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 16. Collect verification data on the ground, using equipment such as global positioning receivers, digital cameras, or notebook computers. Supplemental task · Task 16985 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 17. Document methods used and write technical reports containing information collected. Supplemental task · Task 16983 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 18. Develop specialized computer software routines to customize and integrate image analysis. Supplemental task · Task 16984 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, July 2012 19. Collaborate with agricultural workers to apply remote sensing information to efforts to reduce negative environmental impacts of farming practices. Not rated · Task 19804 · Listed by O*NET analysts, July 2011 20. Collect remote sensing data for forest or carbon tracking activities involved in assessing the impact of environmental change. Not rated · Task 19805 · Listed by O*NET analysts, July 2011 21. Provide remote sensing data for use in addressing environmental issues, such as surface water modeling or dust cloud detection. 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