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ENGINEERING TECHNICIANS, EXCEPT DRAFTERS, ALL OTHER

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Occupation Description:

All engineering technicians, except drafters, not listed separately.

Specialized Occupations:

Photonics Technicians (ONET code: 17-3029.08)

Fuel Cell Technicians (ONET code: 17-3029.10)


	Occupation Description:

	Operate commercial-scale production equipment to produce, test, or modify materials, devices, or systems of molecular or macromolecular composition. Work under the supervision of engineering staff.


	Typical Tasks:

	Measure emission of nanodust or nanoparticles during nanocomposite or other nano-scale production processes, using systems such as aerosol detection systems. Measure or report toxicity of engineered nanoparticles. Test nano-enabled products to determine amount of shedding or loss of nanoparticles. Repair nanotechnology processing or testing equipment or submit work orders for equipment repair. Maintain work area according to cleanroom or other processing standards. Set up or execute nanoparticle experiments according to detailed instructions. Compile information or prepare reports on nanotechnology experiments or applications.


	Skills:

	Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.. Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.. Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.. Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.. 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.. Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.. Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience..


	Knowledge:

	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.. Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.. Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.. 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. 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.. English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.. 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 & Training:

Associate degree

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Wage Information:

Region	Employment		Average Annual Growth Rate	Average Annual Job Openings
Region	2016	2026	Average Annual Growth Rate	Average Annual Job Openings
State of Connecticut	570	680	1.7%	64

Key:

N/A = Not Applicable, ***** = Over $60.00 per hour, ##### = Over $124,821

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