ISO/TR 19122:2004

Geographic information / Geomatics — Qualification and certification of personnel ISO/TR 19122:2004

Publication date:   Nov 23, 2004

Scope

ISO/TR 19122:2004 is applicable to the following aspects of the field of Geographic Information/Geomatics:
To develop a Type 3 report, which describes a system for the qualification and certification, by a central independent body, of personnel in the field of Geographic Information/Geomatics.To define the boundaries between Geographic Information/ Geomatics and other related disciplines and professions.To specify technologies and tasks pertaining to Geographic Information/Geomatics.To establish skill sets and competency levels for technologists, professional staff and management in the field.To research the relationship between this initiative and other similar certification processes performed by existing professional associations.To develop a plan for the accreditation of candidate institutions and programs, for the certification of individuals in the workforce, and for collaboration with other professional bodies.