Preparation
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Preparation zone | Zone 3 – Medium preparation needed |
| What O*NET says the zone requires | Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required |
| Broad occupation in O*NET | False (No) |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 2.A.1.b | 3.62 | 08/2020 |
| Critical Thinking | 2.A.2.a | 3.62 | 08/2020 |
| Reading Comprehension | 2.A.1.a | 3.62 | 08/2020 |
| Active Learning | 2.A.2.b | 3.38 | 08/2020 |
| Speaking | 2.A.1.d | 3.25 | 08/2020 |
| Writing | 2.A.1.c | 3.25 | 08/2020 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral Comprehension | 1.A.1.a.1 | 3.75 | 08/2020 |
| Oral Expression | 1.A.1.a.3 | 3.75 | 08/2020 |
| Problem Sensitivity | 1.A.1.b.3 | 3.62 | 08/2020 |
| Near Vision | 1.A.4.a.1 | 3.5 | 08/2020 |
| Written Comprehension | 1.A.1.a.2 | 3.5 | 08/2020 |
| Information Ordering | 1.A.1.b.6 | 3.38 | 08/2020 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consult with users, administrators, and engineers to identify business and technical requirements for proposed system modifications or technology purchases. | Core | 21 | 08/2020 |
| Implement system renovation projects in collaboration with technical staff, engineering consultants, installers, and vendors. | Core | 21 | 08/2020 |
| Keep abreast of changes in industry practices and emerging telecommunications technology by reviewing current literature, talking with colleagues, participating in educational programs, attending meetings or workshops, or participating in professional organizations or conferences. | Core | 21 | 08/2020 |
| Review and evaluate requests from engineers, managers, and technicians for system modifications. | Core | 21 | 08/2020 |
| Assess existing facilities' needs for new or modified telecommunications systems. | Core | 21 | 08/2020 |
Work interests
The interest scores O*NET gives this occupation, on the six interest types.
| Interest | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Conventional | 4.95 | 11/2023 |
| Realistic | 4.87 | 11/2023 |
| Investigative | 4.36 | 11/2023 |
| Enterprising | 3.16 | 11/2023 |
| Social | 2.08 | 11/2023 |
| Artistic | 1.87 | 11/2023 |