Careers in Computer Technology

Precision Agriculture Technician

Job Description

Apply geospatial technologies, including geographic information systems (GIS) and Global Positioning System (GPS), to agricultural production or management activities, such as pest scouting, site-specific pesticide application, yield mapping, or variable-rate irrigation. May use computers to develop or analyze maps or remote sensing images to compare physical topography with data on soils, fertilizer, pests, or weather.

Skills

• Critical Thinking
• Communicating Effectively
• Reading Comprehension
• Complex Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Equipment Maintenance

Preparation

Bachelor's degree in chemical process technology, physical science technologies or science technologies.

Source: MyMajors