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Geological Sample Test Technicians

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Geological Sample Test Technicians

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Work Activities of Geological Sample Test Technicians

Importance
Activity
88% 

Getting Information

  • collect scientific or technical data
  • collect statistical data
  • collect geographic or physical data

80% 

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

  • distinguish colors
  • identify properties of rocks or minerals
  • understand engineering data or reports
  • understand service or repair manuals
  • understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
  • understand properties of gases or liquids
  • inspect core samples to determine nature of strata
  • identify properties of soil or water samples

80% 

Documenting/Recording Information

  • record test results, test procedures, or inspection data

76% 

Controlling Machines and Processes

  • operate industrial or nondestructive testing equipment
  • use precision measuring tools or equipment
  • use non-destructive test equipment
  • use pressure gauges
  • use measuring instruments to collect geological data
  • use microscope
  • use laboratory equipment

76% 

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

    76% 

    Analyzing Data or Information

    • analyze scientific research data or investigative findings
    • analyze chemical experimental, test, or analysis data or findings
    • conduct laboratory research or experiments
    • conduct standardized qualitative laboratory analyses
    • conduct standardized quantitative laboratory analyses
    • conduct analyses to determine physical properties of materials
    • test materials or solutions
    • analyze geological research data

    68% 

    Processing Information

    • compile numerical or statistical data
    • develop tables depicting data
    • measure, weigh, or count products or materials

    68% 

    Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment

    • maintain laboratory or field equipment

    64% 

    Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment

    • calibrate or adjust electronic equipment or instruments to specification
    • set up or calibrate laboratory equipment

    64% 

    Handling and Moving Objects

    • prepare sample for laboratory testing, analysis, or microscopy
    • collect samples for testing

    64% 

    Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

    • explain complex mathematical information

    64% 

    Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

    • use chemical testing or analysis procedures
    • use hazardous materials information
    • use oral or written communication techniques
    • use quality assurance techniques
    • use scientific research methodology
    • follow safe waste disposal procedures
    • use biological research techniques
    • use knowledge of materials testing procedures
    • use mathematical or statistical methods to identify or analyze problems
    • use physical science research techniques
    • use quantitative research methods
    • use knowledge of metric system

    60% 

    Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

    • direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff

    60% 

    Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

    • adhere to safety procedures
    • perform safety inspections in construction or resource extraction setting
    • perform safety inspections in industrial, manufacturing or repair setting
    • maintain established procedures concerning quality assurance

    60% 

    Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People

      60% 

      Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

        60% 

        Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material

          60% 

          Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

            56% 

            Performing General Physical Activities

              52% 

              Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships


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