Investigation should include the use of a variety of resources (e.g. Internet, periodicals) to learn about occupations such as
- applications integrator
- automated manufacturing technician
- calibration technician
- computer hardware engineer
- computer numerical control programmer (CNC programmer)
- electro-mechanical technician
- human factors engineer
- industrial engineer
- industrial engineering technician
- logistician
- manufacturing systems engineer
- materials handler
- mechanical engineer
- mechanical engineering technician
- occupational health and safety specialist
- precision inspector, tester, or grader
- production manager
- programmer SPC (statistical process control) coordinator
- quality control technician SPC coordinator
- safety engineer
- secondary school teacher
- systems analyst
- technical writer.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What training/education is required in your selected career?
- What opportunities are available in the current job market?
- How are the selected occupations similar/different? Explain.