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Test or analyze geological samples, crude oil, or minerals to detect presence of petroleum, gas, or mineral deposits indicating potential for exploration or production or to determine physical or chemical properties to ensure that products meet quality standards. |
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Test and analyze samples to determine their content and characteristics, using laboratory apparatus or testing equipment. |
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Collect or prepare solid or fluid samples for analysis. |
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Adjust or repair testing, electrical, or mechanical equipment or devices. |
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Supervise well exploration, drilling activities, or well completions. |
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Inspect engines for wear or defective parts, using equipment or measuring devices. |
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Prepare notes, sketches, geological maps, or cross sections. |
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Participate in geological, geophysical, geochemical, hydrographic, or oceanographic surveys, prospecting field trips, exploratory drilling, well logging, or underground mine survey programs. |
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Plot information from aerial photographs, well logs, section descriptions, or other databases. |
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Assess the environmental impacts of development projects on subsurface materials. |
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Collaborate with hydrogeologists to evaluate groundwater or well circulation. |
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Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. |
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Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. |
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Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. |
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Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. |
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Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems. |
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Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively. |
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Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. |
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Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. |
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Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. |
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Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. |
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Chemistry - Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal m |
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English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. |
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Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications. |
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Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming. |
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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. |
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Geography - Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life. |
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Physics - Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes. |
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Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. |
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Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. |
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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. |
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Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
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A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
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