Compare Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians & Non-Destructive Testing Specialists District Of Columbia

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Salary

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Mechanical Engineering Technologists and... Not Available
Non-Destructive Testing Specialists $101,800

Similar skills & knowledge

These skills are commonly used in both your current job and your selected occupation.

Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Active Listening
Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.

Reading Comprehension
Reading work-related information.

Critical Thinking
Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.

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.

Learning Strategies
Using the best training or teaching strategies for learning new things.

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

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.

Active Learning
Figuring out how to use new ideas or things.

Administrative
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

Monitoring
Keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements.

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.

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 methods.

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

Quality Control Analysis
Testing how well a product or service works.

Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.


skills & knowledge Gaps

These are areas where you might have skill gaps. People working in your selected job generally need higher levels in these skill and knowledge areas than people working in your current job.

Building and Construction Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Very Low
Building and Construction Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Non-Destructive Testing Specialists
Non-Destructive Testing Specialists
Medium

Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.

Education and Training Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Medium
Education and Training Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Non-Destructive Testing Specialists
Non-Destructive Testing Specialists
High

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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Public Safety and Security Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Low
Public Safety and Security Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Non-Destructive Testing Specialists
Non-Destructive Testing Specialists
Medium

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.

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Customer and Personal Service Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Low
Customer and Personal Service Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Non-Destructive Testing Specialists
Non-Destructive Testing Specialists
Medium

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.

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Typical Level Of Training

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Typical level Of training for Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Associate's degree

Typical level Of training for Non-Destructive Testing Specialists
Non-Destructive Testing Specialists

Licensing

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Licensing for Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians

No license found in District of Columbia

Licensing for Non-Destructive Testing Specialists
Non-Destructive Testing Specialists

No license found in District of Columbia


Certification

Certifications help you get ahead or qualify for different jobs. You usually have to pass a test to earn one, and then you can show employers that you have the skills and knowledge needed to do well on the job.

Certification for Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians

11 related certifications

Certification for Non-Destructive Testing Specialists
Non-Destructive Testing Specialists

18 related certifications

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