Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians

KNOWLEDGE

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


• 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.


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


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

SKILLS

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


• Reading Comprehension
  Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.


• 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.


• Speaking
  Talking to others to convey information effectively.


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

ABILITIES

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


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


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


• Information Ordering
  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).


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

PERSONALITY

People interested in this work, will do well at jobs that need;