21U: Topographic
Analyst
Major Duties: The topographic analyst supervises
and/or performs cartographic and terrain analysis duties;
collects and processes military geographic information from
remote sensed imagery, digital data, intelligence data, existing
topographic products and other collateral data sources; edits
cartographic and terrain analysis products; advises command
and staff officers on topographic operations and special map
product planning. Duties for MOS 21U at each level of skill
are:
- Skill Levels
- Skill Level 1 MOSC 21U1O. Extracts
terrain data from remote sensed imagery, field reconnaissance,
digital data, existing topographic products and other
collateral data sources. Records analysis results addition
to a military graphic data base. Draws, scribes, digitizes
and scans cultural, topographic, hydrographic, and/or
other features on overlay/scribing surfaces or in digital
formats. Utilizes basic drafting techniques to tailor
terrain products and revises planimetric and topographic
maps. Performs digital manipulation of topographic information
by querying, viewing, evaluating, and downloading digital
data.
- Skill Level 2 MOSC 21U2O. Performs
duties in the preceding skill level, supervises lower
grade soldiers and provides technical guidance to the
soldiers in accomplishment of their duties. Analyzes
collected military geographic information to produce
tactical decision aids. Predicts terrain and weather
effects as applied to command, control, communication,
computer, and intelligence systems. Performs data base
management for the storage of aerial photographs, maps,
digital data bases, and collateral source materials.
Performs quality assurance during all stages of topographic
operations.
- Skill Level 3 MOSC 21U3O. Performs
duties of preceding skill level, supervises lower grade
soldiers and provides technical guidance to soldiers
in the accomplishment of their duties. Supervises topographic
analysts at division, Corps and EAC topographic units
to include maintenance of assigned equipment. Evaluates
source materials for military geographic information
analysis. Supervises quality assurance during all stages
of topographic operations. Ensures required administrative,
intelligence, source data, and reference files are maintained.
Advises command and staff officers on all aspects of
topographic operations and doctrine.
- Skill Level 4 MOSC 21U4O. Performs
duties of preceding skill level, supervises lower grade
soldiers and provides technical guidance to soldiers
in the accomplishment of their duties. Supervises topographic
analysis activities at all levels. Coordinates and validates
collection requirements. Supervises quality assurance
program for all topographic operations. Plans and coordinates
activities pertaining to the organization, training
and the tactical and technical operation of the assigned
unit. Directs preparation for movement and operation
of mobile/transportable work sections. Advises command
and staff officers on all aspects of topographic operations
and doctrine. Coordinates the planning and production
of military geographic information. Supervises preparation
of transportable/mobile work sections. Advises command
and staff officers on all aspects of topographic operations
and doctrine. Coordinates the planning and production
of military geographic information.
Physical demands rating and qualifications for initial
award of MOS. The topographic analyst must possess the
following qualifications:
(1) Physical Demands Rating:
heavy
(2) Physical Profile: 222122
(3) Normal color vision
(4) A maximum of 175 seconds of arc visual stereoscopic acuity.
(5) Minimum score of 100 in aptitude
area ST.
(6) Successfully completed (and be able to show proof of
credit by official copy of transcript) 1 year of high school
algebra or geometry, or equivalent.
(7) A security clearance of SECRET.
(8) Formal training (completion of MOS 21U course conducted
under the auspices of the U.S. Army Engineer School) is required.
(9) A U.S. citizen.
AIT Location: Fort
Belvoir, VA
MOS 21U had the alphanumeric designator of 81T prior
to fiscal year 2004.
The major duties, physical demands, physical profile, and
skill levels were obtained from Army Pamphlet 611-21.
MOS List for Corps of Engineers
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