Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

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.

Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Using mathematics to solve problems.

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

Controlling operations of equipment or systems.

Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

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.

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.

Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

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 methods.

Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

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.

Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.

The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).

The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.

The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.

The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.

The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.

The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.

The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.

The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.

The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.

The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.

The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).

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Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.

A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.