19-4010 Agricultural and Food Science Technicians
Broad occupation category (Agricultural and Food Science Technicians) within the minor group 'Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians' under the BLS SOC 2018. Aggregator of related detailed occupations.
Where 19-4010 sits in the SOC 2018 hierarchy
- >19-0000 Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
- >>19-4000 Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians
- >>>19-4010 Agricultural and Food Science Technicians
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Subcategories of 19-4010 Agricultural and Food Science Technicians
- 19-4012Agricultural Technicians
Work with agricultural scientists in plant, fiber, and animal research, or assist with animal breeding and nutrition. Set up or maintain laboratory equipment and collect samples from crops or animals. Prepare specimens or record data to assist scientists in biology or related life science experiments. Conduct tests and experiments to improve yield and quality of crops or to increase the resistance of plants and animals to disease or insects.
- 19-4013Food Science Technicians
Work with food scientists or technologists to perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products. Includes technicians who assist in research and development of production technology, quality control, packaging, processing, and use of foods.
Other SOC 2018 codes under 19-4010 Agricultural and Food Science Technicians
Frequently asked questions
- What is SOC 2018 19-4010?
- SOC 2018 19-4010 is "Agricultural and Food Science Technicians". Broad occupation category (Agricultural and Food Science Technicians) within the minor group 'Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians' under the BLS SOC 2018. Aggregator of related detailed occupations.
- What does SOC 2018 19-4010 include?
- 19-4010 Agricultural and Food Science Technicians contains 2 direct subcategories: 19-4012 Agricultural Technicians; 19-4013 Food Science Technicians.
- What is the parent category of 19-4010?
- 19-4010 Agricultural and Food Science Technicians sits under 19-4010 Agricultural and Food Science Technicians in the SOC 2018 hierarchy.
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