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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGISTS AND TECHNICIANS, EXCEPT DRAFTERS, ALL OTHER

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Occupation Description:

All engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, not listed separately.

Specialized Occupations:


	Occupation Description:

	Test the safety of structures, vehicles, or vessels using x-ray, ultrasound, fiber optic or related equipment.


	Typical Tasks:

	Interpret or evaluate test results in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, or procedures. Interpret the results of all methods of non-destructive testing (NDT), such as acoustic emission, electromagnetic, leak, liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, neutron radiographic, radiographic, thermal or infrared, ultrasonic, vibration analysis, and visu Examine structures or vehicles such as aircraft, trains, nuclear reactors, bridges, dams, and pipelines, using non-destructive testing techniques. Select, calibrate, or operate equipment used in the non-destructive testing of products or materials. Identify defects in solid materials, using ultrasonic testing techniques. Prepare reports on non-destructive testing results. Document non-destructive testing methods, processes, or results.


	Knowledge:

	Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.. Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.. Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.. Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.. Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.. English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.. Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions..

Photonics Technicians (ONET code: 17-3029.08)

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Wage Information:

Region	Average Annual	Average Hourly	Entry Level (hourly)	Mid-Range (hourly)
Statewide	$83,854.00	$40.31	$27.45	$30.63 - $47.35
Bridgeport/Stamford	$86,948.00	$41.81	$29.62	$35.57 - $52.07
Danbury	$65,359.00	$31.42	$22.10	$22.63 - $38.17
Hartford	$75,162.00	$36.14	$24.92	$28.60 - $43.22
New Haven	$75,525.00	$36.31	$25.02	$28.91 - $39.99
New London/Norwich	$99,846.00	$48.01	$35.40	$39.02 - $55.40

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