Compare Astronomers & Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary District Of Columbia

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Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary $100,700
Similar skills & knowledge

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

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

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.

Complex Problem Solving
Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it.

Mathematics
Using math to solve problems.

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Writing
Writing things for co-workers or customers.

Reading Comprehension
Reading work-related information.

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

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

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

Speaking
Talking to others.

Communications and Media
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.

Systems Analysis
Figuring out how a system should work and how changes in the future will affect it.

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.

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

Judgment and Decision Making
Thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one.

Systems Evaluation
Measuring how well a system is working and how to improve it.

Social Perceptiveness
Understanding people's reactions.

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

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

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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.

Production and Processing Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Astronomers
Astronomers
Very Low
Production and Processing Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
Medium

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

Design Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Astronomers
Astronomers
Low
Design Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
High

Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Mechanical Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Astronomers
Astronomers
Low
Mechanical Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
High

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

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Administrative Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Astronomers
Astronomers
Very Low
Administrative Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
Medium

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.

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Engineering and Technology Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Astronomers
Astronomers
High
Engineering and Technology Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
Very High

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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Typical Level Of Training

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Typical level Of training for Astronomers
Astronomers

Doctoral or professional degree

Typical level Of training for Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

Doctoral or professional degree

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Licensing

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Licensing for Astronomers
Astronomers

No license found in District of Columbia

Licensing for Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

No license found in District of Columbia

Certification

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Certification for Astronomers
Astronomers

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Certification for Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

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