Classification note
- Published code: 31
- Hierarchy level: sub-major-group
- This page uses ISCO-08 as the English occupation reference layer while Thai TSCO label harmonization remains incomplete.
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Occupation hierarchy
- Major Group: 3 Technicians and Associate Professionals
- Sub Major Group: 31 Science and Engineering Associate Professionals
Child groups
- 311 - Physical and Engineering Science Technicians
- 312 - Mining, Manufacturing and Construction Supervisors
- 313 - Process Control Technicians
- 314 - Life Science Technicians and Related Associate Professionals
- 315 - Ship and Aircraft Controllers and Technicians
TSIC codes where this occupation is primary
- No primary TSIC mapping is published for this occupation yet.
TSIC codes where this occupation is related
- No related TSIC mapping is published for this occupation yet.
Definition
Science and engineering associate professionals perform technical tasks connected with research and operational methods in science and engineering. They supervise and control technical and operational aspects of mining, manufacturing, construction and other engineering operations, and operate technical equipment including aircraft and ships. Competent performance in most occupations in this sub-major group requires skills at the third ISCO skill level.
Tasks include
Tasks performed by workers in this sub-major group usually include: setting up, monitoring and operating instruments and equipment, conducting and monitoring experiments and tests of systems; collecting and testing samples; recording observations and analysing data; preparing, revising and interpreting technical drawings and diagrams; coordinating, supervising, controlling and scheduling the activities of other workers; operating and monitoring switchboards, computerized control systems, and multi-function process control machinery; performing technical functions to ensure safe and efficient movement and operations ships, aircraft and other equipment.
Included occupations or child groups
Occupations in this sub-major group are classified into the following minor groups: 311 Physical and Engineering Science Technicians 312 Mining, Manufacturing and Construction Supervisors 313 Process Control Technicians 314 Life Science Technicians and Related Associate Professionals 315 Ship and Aircraft Controllers and Technicians