Compare Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers & Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar District Of Columbia

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Salary

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Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers $135,100
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar $151,500
Similar skills & knowledge

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

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.

Writing
Writing things for co-workers or customers.

Speaking
Talking to others.

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

Science
Using scientific rules and strategies to solve problems.

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

Reading Comprehension
Reading work-related information.

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

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.

Mathematics
Using math to solve problems.

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

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.

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

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

Coordination
Changing what is done based on other people's actions.

Law and Government
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

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

Social Perceptiveness
Understanding people's reactions.

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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.

Building and Construction Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Very Low
Building and Construction Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
High

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.

Mechanical Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Low
Mechanical Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
High

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

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Design Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Low
Design Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
High

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

Sales and Marketing Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Very Low
Sales and Marketing Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
Medium

Sales and Marketing
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.

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Engineering and Technology Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Medium
Engineering and Technology Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
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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Economics and Accounting Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Very Low
Economics and Accounting Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
Medium

Economics and Accounting
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.

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Customer and Personal Service Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Low
Customer and Personal Service Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
High

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 Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers

Bachelor's degree

Typical level Of training for Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar

Bachelor's degree

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Licensing

Many states require licenses for certain jobs. See if your selected occupation requires a license and if so, follow the link to find information for your state.

Licensing for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers

No license found in District of Columbia

Licensing for Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar

License may be required 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 Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers

6 related certifications

Certification for Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar

28 related certifications

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