National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2016 Version 1.0

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National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2016 Version 1.0
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Hierarchical structure

2115 - Other professional occupations in physical sciences

This group includes metallurgists, soil scientists and physical scientists and researchers, not elsewhere classified, involved in the conduct of theoretical and applied research in fields of physical science. They are employed by governments, educational institutions and a wide range of industrial establishments.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • astronaut
    • ballistics examiner
    • materials scientist
    • metallurgist
    • physical metallurgist
    • research scientist - ceramics
    • research scientist - composite materials
    • soil scientist

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors (See 2271 Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors)
    • Architecture and science managers (See 0212 Architecture and science managers)
    • Chemists (See 2112 Chemists)
    • Metallurgical and materials engineers (See 2142 Metallurgical and materials engineers)

  • Main duties

    The following is a summary of the main duties for some occupations in this unit group:

    • Metallurgists conduct studies into the properties and production of metals and alloys.
    • Soil scientists conduct research into the composition, distribution and evolution of soils.
    • Materials scientists conduct research into the properties, composition and production of materials such as ceramics and composite materials.
    • Astronauts command, pilot or serve as crew members of a spacecraft to conduct scientific experiments and research, and participate in space missions as mission specialists to maintain spacecraft, install and repair space station equipment and launch and recapture satellites.

  • Employment requirements

    • A bachelor's degree in metallurgy, physics, chemistry, or a related physical science discipline is required.
    • A master's or doctoral degree is usually required for employment as a research scientist.
    • Advanced degrees in a broad range of applied science areas, such as engineering or medicine
      or
      Licences may be required for some occupations in this unit group.

  • Additional information

    • Mobility between specializations in this group may be possible with experience.
    • Mobility is possible with experience, to other fields of physical science or to management or regulatory program management.
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