Metrology

Description

The methods and theory of measurement in a scientific context, including internationally accepted units of measurement, practical realisation of these units, and interpretation of measurements.

Occupations requiring this skill

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Skill demand overview
  • Essential in 10 occupations
  • Optional in 2 occupations
  • Total: 12 occupations
  • Most common in: ISCO major group 3 (Technicians and associate professionals)

Essential for

  • Radiation protection technician
    Radiation protection technicians monitor radiation levels in buildings and facilities to ensure compliance with health and safety standards, and to prevent dangerous elevations in …
  • Incinerator operator
    Incinerator operators tend incineration machines that burn refuse and waste. They ensure the equipment is maintained and that the incineration process occurs in accordance with saf…
  • Nuclear technician
    Nuclear technicians function as aids to physicists and engineers in nuclear laboratories and power plants. They monitor the procedures to ensure safety and quality control, and mai…
  • Textile technologist
    A Textile Technologist is a specialist who develops, tests, and improves fibers, yarns, fabrics, and other textile materials used in clothing, furnishings, and industrial products.…
  • Nuclear reactor operator
    Nuclear reactor operators directly control nuclear reactors in power plants from control panels, and are solely responsible for the alterations in reactor reactivity. They start up…
  • Calibration technician
    Calibration technicians test and calibrate electrical and electronic equipment. They read blueprints and other technical drawings to develop testing procedures for every product. D…
  • Metrology technician
    Metrology technicians apply their practical knowledge of metrology to calibrate measuring instruments, test equipment and analyse their performance. They ensure that the evaluated …
  • Environmental technician
    Environmental technicians investigate sources of pollution and aid in the development of pollution prevention and environment protection plans. They take samples of soil, water or …
  • Nuclear engineer
    Nuclear engineers plan and design engineering equipment and processes in nuclear plants and sites. They engage in engineering activities pertaining to nuclear power plants, and dev…
  • Metrologist
    A metrologist is a professional specializing in the measurement science, known as metrology. Metrologists play a crucial role in ensuring accuracy, precision, and consistency in me…

Optional for

  • Civil engineer
    A Civil Engineer plans, designs, and supervises the construction and maintenance of infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, buildings, airports, dams, and water systems. Th…
  • Chemical processing supervisor
    Chemical processing supervisors coordinate the activities and the staff involved in the chemical production process, ensuring the production goals and deadlines are met. They contr…

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