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Comparisons of Job Characteristics
Focus Occupation:
Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)
Associated Occupation:
Medical Equipment Repairers (49-9062)
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| << | Associated occupation element is much lower |
| < | Associated occupation element is lower |
| 0 | Associated occupation element is at a similar level |
| > | Associated occupation element is at a higher level |
| >> | Associated occupation element is at a much higher level |
| Knowledge | Similarity of Focus Occupation to Associated Occupation: 90 | ||||
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| Focus Occupation: Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094) Associated Occupation: Medical Equipment Repairers (49-9062) |
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| Focus Occupation’s Key Knowledge Elements | Average Rating, All Occupations | Focus Occupation’s Rating | Associated Occupation’s Rating | Evaluation of Associated Occupation | |
| Computers and Electronics | 8.4 | 17.5 | 15.0 | < | Expanded education and/or training may be required |
| Mechanical | 6.8 | 16.4 | 13.9 | < | Expanded education and/or training may be required |
| Engineering and Technology | 5.7 | 11.7 | 14.0 | > | Current knowledge level is likely more than sufficient |
| Design | 5.2 | 9.6 | 7.2 | << | Extensive education and/or training may be required |
| Telecommunications | 3.9 | 6.9 | 7.0 | 0 | Current knowledge level may be sufficient |
The maximum possible rating is 25.
Source: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Research and Analysis Section analysis of O*NET (Occupation Information Network) data.
| Skills | Similarity of Focus Occupation to Associated Occupation: 83 | ||||
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| Focus Occupation: Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094) Associated Occupation: Medical Equipment Repairers (49-9062) |
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| Focus Occupation’s Key Skills Elements | Average Rating, All Occupations | Focus Occupation’s Rating | Associated Occupation’s Rating | Evaluation of Associated Occupation | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 5.9 | 13.3 | 11.4 | < | A higher skill level may be required |
| Repairing | 3.4 | 13.3 | 13.2 | 0 | Current skill level may be sufficient |
| Operation Monitoring | 6.6 | 12.6 | 11.2 | < | A higher skill level may be required |
| Troubleshooting | 4.5 | 12.0 | 12.9 | 0 | Current skill level may be sufficient |
| Equipment Maintenance | 3.5 | 11.1 | 13.9 | > | Skill level is likely more than sufficient |
| Equipment Selection | 3.3 | 10.5 | 10.2 | 0 | Current skill level may be sufficient |
| Installation | 1.7 | 9.3 | 4.1 | << | Extensive development of skills in this area may be required |
| Technology Design | 2.6 | 6.3 | 4.1 | << | Extensive development of skills in this area may be required |
The maximum possible rating is 25.
Source: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Research and Analysis Section analysis of O*NET (Occupation Information Network) data.
| Abilities | Similarity of Focus Occupation to Associated Occupation: 94 | ||||
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| Focus Occupation: Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094) Associated Occupation: Medical Equipment Repairers (49-9062) |
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| Focus Occupation’s Key Abilities Elements | Average Rating, All Occupations | Focus Occupation’s Rating | Associated Occupation’s Rating | Evaluation of Associated Occupation | |
| Finger Dexterity | 7.6 | 12.9 | 12.8 | 0 | Current ability level may be sufficient |
| Category Flexibility | 9.0 | 11.9 | 9.8 | < | Some improvement in abilities may be required |
| Manual Dexterity | 6.5 | 11.2 | 10.3 | 0 | Current ability level may be sufficient |
| Flexibility of Closure | 7.8 | 11.0 | 9.7 | < | Some improvement in abilities may be required |
| Perceptual Speed | 7.4 | 10.7 | 9.9 | 0 | Current ability level may be sufficient |
| Visual Color Discrimination | 6.4 | 10.6 | 9.4 | < | Some improvement in abilities may be required |
| Hearing Sensitivity | 5.6 | 9.3 | 9.4 | 0 | Current ability level may be sufficient |
| Speed of Closure | 5.9 | 8.8 | 8.3 | 0 | Current ability level may be sufficient |
The maximum possible rating is 25.
Source: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Research and Analysis Section analysis of O*NET (Occupation Information Network) data.
| Activities that Both Occupations Have in Common | Similarity of Focus Occupation to Associated Occupation: 99 | |
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| Focus Occupation: Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094) Associated Occupation: Medical Equipment Repairers (49-9062) |
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| Work Activities | Exclusivity of Activity | |
| Analyze operation of malfunctioning electrical or electronic equipment | 68 | |
| Analyze technical data, designs, or preliminary specifications | 47 | |
| Calibrate or adjust electronic equipment or instruments to specification | 67 | |
| Communicate technical information | 4 | |
| Conduct sequential tests to locate electronic malfunction | 77 | |
| Determine installation, service, or repair needed | 58 | |
| Distinguish colors | 44 | |
| Fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand | 11 | |
| Install electrical fixtures or components | 71 | |
| Install electronic equipment, components, or systems | 62 | |
| Install or replace meters, regulators, or related measuring or control devices | 66 | |
| Install/connect electrical equipment to power circuit | 57 | |
| Instruct customers in product installation, use, or repair | 82 | |
| Maintain equipment service records | 85 | |
| Maintain inventory of supplies | 84 | |
| Modify electrical or electronic equipment or products | 74 | |
| Obtain information from clients, customers, or patients | 40 | |
| Perform safety inspections in industrial, manufacturing or repair setting | 32 | |
| Plan or organize work | 51 | |
| Read blueprints | 10 | |
| Read schematics | 34 | |
| Read technical drawings | 7 | |
| Read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts | 9 | |
| Repair electronic components, equipment, or systems | 74 | |
| Repair or adjust measuring or control devices | 71 | |
| Repair or replace electrical wiring, circuits, fixtures, or equipment | 49 | |
| Replace electronic components | 63 | |
| Solder electrical or electronic connections or components | 55 | |
| Test electrical/electronic wiring, equipment, systems or fixtures | 54 | |
| Test electronic or electrical circuit connections | 66 | |
| Understand detailed electronic design specifications | 70 | |
| Understand service or repair manuals | 40 | |
| Understand technical information for electronic repair work | 76 | |
| Understand technical operating, service or repair manuals | 6 | |
| Use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment | 40 | |
| Use electronic calibration devices | 68 | |
| Use hand or power tools | 2 | |
| Use interpersonal communication techniques | 10 | |
| Use oscilloscopes in electronics repair | 77 | |
| Use precision tools in electronics repair | 71 | |
| Use soldering equipment | 44 | |
| Use voltmeter, ammeter, or ohmmeter | 52 | |
Not all positions in these occupations will necessarily perform all of the listed activities. The exclusivity rating is an indication of how unique the activity is amongst all occupations. The maximum rating is 100. High scores indicate that only a small number of occupations engage in that activity.
Source: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Research and Analysis Section analysis of O*NET (Occupation Information Network) data.
| Tools and Technologies that Both Occupations Have in Common | Similarity of Focus Occupation to Associated Occupation: 82 | |
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| Focus Occupation: Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094) Associated Occupation: Medical Equipment Repairers (49-9062) |
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| Tools and Technologies | Exclusivity | |
| Anti static equipment and supplies | 56 | |
| Computers | 1 | |
| Content authoring and editing software | 1 | |
| Cutting and crimping and punching tools | 3 | |
| Electrical measuring and testing equipment | 7 | |
| Electronic and communication measuring and testing instruments | 14 | |
| Forming tools | 2 | |
| Holding and clamping tools | 3 | |
| Indicating and recording instruments | 2 | |
| Industry specific software | 1 | |
| Information exchange software | 1 | |
| Light and wave generating and measuring equipment | 4 | |
| Machine tools | 7 | |
| Measuring and layout tools | 3 | |
| Network applications software | 1 | |
| Power tools | 2 | |
| Prying and bending tools | 10 | |
| Rough and finishing tools | 5 | |
| Soldering and brazing and welding machinery and supplies | 6 | |
| Transportation related equipment and instruments | 29 | |
| Wrenches and drivers | 2 | |
Not all positions in these occupations will necessarily use all of the listed tools and technologies. The exclusivity rating is an indication of how unique the tool or technology is amongst all occupations. The maximum rating is 100. High scores indicate that only a small number of occupations use that tool or technology.
Source: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Research and Analysis Section analysis of O*NET (Occupation Information Network) data.
