Description
Test the composition, characteristics, and use of materials in order to create new products and applications. Test them under normal and extraordinary conditions.
Alternative labels
examine materials
check materials
assess materials
analyse materials
material test
evaluate materials
material testing
material tests
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
cross-sector
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Test materials is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Materials engineer: Materials engineers research and design new or improved materials for a diverse number of applications. They analyse the composition of materials, conduct experiments, and develop new materials for industry-specific use that can range from rubber, to textiles, glass, metals, and chemicals. They advise companies in damage assessments, quality assurance of materials, and recycling of materials.
Optional skill
Test materials is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Synthetic materials engineer: Synthetic materials engineers develop new synthetic materials processes or improve existing ones. They design and construct installations and machines for the production of synthetic materials and examine samples of raw materials in order to ensure quality.
Commissioning engineer: Commissioning engineers supervise the final stages of a project when systems are installed and tested. They inspect the correct functioning of the equipment, facilities and plants to make sure they meet the requirements and specifications. They perform the necessary verifications and give approval to finalise the project.
Test engineer: Test engineers plan and perform detailed quality tests during various phases of the design process to make sure that the systems are properly installed and function correctly. They analyse the data collected during tests and produce reports. They are also responsible for the safety of the test operations.
Chemical engineer: Chemical engineers design and develop large-scale chemical and physical production processes and are involved in the entire industrial process required for transforming raw materials into products.
References
- Test materials – ESCO
