What this code covers
This unit group covers physical and engineering science technicians not classified elsewhere in Minor group 311, Physical and engineering science technicians. For instance, the group includes those who assist scientists and engineers engaged in developing procedures or conducting research on safety, biomedical, environmental or industrial and production engineering. Their tasks include: a) collecting data and providing technical assistance regarding: efficient, safe and economic utilization of personnel, material and equipment; methods of work and sequence of operations and supervision of their implementation; and efficient layout of plant or establishment; b) aiding in the identification of potential hazards and introducing safety procedures and devices; c) modifying and testing equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental pollution, site remediation, and land reclamation; d) assisting in the development of environmental pollution remediation devices under the direction of an engineer; e) assisting engineers in testing and designing robotics equipment. Examples of occupations classified here: Engineering aide, Engineering technician (production), Fire investigator, Forensic science technician, Health physics technician, Industrial efficiency technician, In-line reviser, Instrument technician, Laboratory technician, Quality control technician, Quantity surveying technician, Robotics technician, Test technician, Time and motion study technician Some related occupation classified elsewhere: Aeronautics engineering technician - 3115, Production engineer - 2149, Quantity surveyor - 2149, Time and motion study engineer - 2149