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Science and Engineering Associate Professionals

Science and engineering associate professionals perform technical tasks connected with research and operational methods in science and engineering. They supervise and control technical and operational aspects of mining, manufacturing, construction and other engineering operations, and operate technical equipment including aircraft and ships. Competent performance in most occupations in this sub-major group requires skills at the third ISCO skill level.

3 Technicians and Associate Professionals / All level 2

setting up, monitoring and operating instruments and equipment, conducting and monitoring experiments and tests of systems

collecting and testing samples

recording observations and analysing data

preparing, revising and interpreting technical drawings and diagrams

coordinating, supervising, controlling and scheduling the activities of other workers

operating and monitoring switchboards, computerized control systems, and multi-function process control machinery

performing technical functions to ensure safe and efficient movement and operations ships, aircraft and other equipment.

Included occupations

Occupations in this sub-major group are classified into the following minor groups:
311 Physical and Engineering Science Technicians
312 Mining, Manufacturing and Construction Supervisors
313 Process Control Technicians
314 Life Science Technicians and Related Associate Professionals
315 Ship and Aircraft Controllers and Technicians

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Minor group 311 Physical and Engineering Science Technicians
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Minor group 312 Mining, Manufacturing and Construction Supervisors
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Minor group 313 Process Control Technicians
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Minor group 314 Life Science Technicians and Related Associate Professionals
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Minor group 315 Ship and Aircraft Controllers and Technicians
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