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Typical Tasks: What You Might do in a Day

  • Analyze project data to determine specifications or requirements.
  • Calibrate scientific or technical equipment.
  • Develop technical methods or processes.
  • Disassemble equipment to inspect for deficiencies.
  • Draw detailed or technical illustrations.
  • Evaluate characteristics of products.
  • Fabricate products or components using machine tools.
  • Inspect condition or functioning of facilities or equipment.
  • Inspect finished products to locate flaws.
  • Maintain test equipment.
  • Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
  • Prepare detailed work plans.
  • Reassemble equipment after repair.
  • Repair precision devices or workpieces.
  • Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements.
  • Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment.
  • Update technical knowledge.
  • Write reports or evaluations.
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