Geodesy is the foundation of modern geospatial practice. In recognition of the importance of geodesy, the American Association for Geodetic Surveying (AAGS) is beginning to explore the idea of a Geodetic Certification Program. This effort is being led by the AAGS Geodetic Education and Certification Committee. read more...
https://surveyorconnect.com/news/gnss-geodesy/geodetic-certification-proposal-your-input-needed/
I filled out the questionnaire yesterday.
Congratulations on the initiative. I've just completed the form.
I think this document is relevant: ISO/TR 19122:2004 Geographic information/Geomatics -- Qualification and certification of personnel.
<"> http://www.iso.org/iso/iso_catalogue/catalogue_tc/catalogue_detail.htm?csnumber=31088>
Also be aware of the ISO definition of "accuracy", which differs from the common definition, as it includes both systematic and random errors, leaving systematic errors for "trueness" instead, see <"> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Accuracy_and_precision> .
Best,
-FGN.
I filled out the questionnaire a couple weeks back... it seems like a nice resume padder for someone like me to get this cert if they offer it.
almost finished, and the platform appears to have evicted me. i better send another rent check