Can one make a career in cartography? Yes, says Professor Jagannathan, HOD, Geography, Madras University. “Students have to learn cartographic grammar and do laboratory work to get high-level skills in digital-mapping including web maps.” Basic qualifications needed are excellent computer/mathematical/design skills, spatial awareness, ability to analyse information from different sources, logical approach, a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Hands-on experience is necessary and most successful modern-day cartographers are at least partially self-taught. Read more via The Hindu
