Preparation
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Preparation zone | Zone 4 – Considerable preparation needed |
| What O*NET says the zone requires | Considerable skill, knowledge, or experience is needed |
| Broad occupation in O*NET | True (Yes) |
| Skills listed for this occupation | 6 |
| Abilities listed for this occupation | 6 |
| Tasks listed for this occupation | 5 |
| Interest scores given for this occupation | 6 |
Skills
The 6 skills with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.
| Skill | O*NET element | Importance | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Programming | 2.B.3.e | 4.75 | 08/2018 |
| Active Listening | 2.A.1.b | 3.75 | 08/2018 |
| Complex Problem Solving | 2.B.2.i | 3.75 | 08/2018 |
| Critical Thinking | 2.A.2.a | 3.75 | 08/2018 |
| Quality Control Analysis | 2.B.3.m | 3.5 | 08/2018 |
| Reading Comprehension | 2.A.1.a | 3.38 | 08/2018 |
The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.
Abilities
The 6 abilities with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.
| Ability | O*NET element | Importance | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Comprehension | 1.A.1.a.2 | 4.0 | 08/2018 |
| Near Vision | 1.A.4.a.1 | 3.88 | 08/2018 |
| Oral Comprehension | 1.A.1.a.1 | 3.88 | 08/2018 |
| Deductive Reasoning | 1.A.1.b.4 | 3.75 | 08/2018 |
| Inductive Reasoning | 1.A.1.b.5 | 3.75 | 08/2018 |
| Information Ordering | 1.A.1.b.6 | 3.75 | 08/2018 |
The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.
Tasks
The tasks O*NET records for this occupation, with the type, respondent count and date each record carries.
| Task | Type | Incumbents responding | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic. | Core | 70 | 08/2018 |
| Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced. | Core | 70 | 08/2018 |
| Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements. | Core | 70 | 08/2018 |
| Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment. | Core | 70 | 08/2018 |
| Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes. | Core | 70 | 08/2018 |
Work interests
The interest scores O*NET gives this occupation, on the six interest types.
| Interest | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Conventional | 5.8 | 11/2023 |
| Investigative | 5.18 | 11/2023 |
| Realistic | 3.31 | 11/2023 |
| Artistic | 2.62 | 11/2023 |
| Enterprising | 2.04 | 11/2023 |
| Social | 2.01 | 11/2023 |