Career Details

Certified Portable 3D Metrologist Level 1

Description

A professional who uses portable 3D metrology technology to collect measurements and interpret data from a variety of contact and non-contact portable 3D measurement devices. The Portable 3D Metrologist is responsible for all phases of data collection and other mensuration requirements, which include planning and supervising survey activities requirements and interpretation.

Certifying Organization

Coordinate Metrology Society

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 5 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

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American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing - Imaging & Geospatial Information Society

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Certificate name

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National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies

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