career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Computer User Support Specialists and Forensic Science Technicians. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Computer User Support Specialists | Forensic Science Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 15-1232 | 19-4092 |
| title | Computer User Support Specialists | Forensic Science Technicians |
| onet code | 15-1232.00 | 19-4092.00 |
| description | Provide technical assistance to computer users. Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or electronically. May provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems. | Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation. May testify as expert witnesses on evidence or crime laboratory techniques. May serve as specialists in area of expertise, such as ballistics, fingerprinting, handwriting, or biochemistry. |
| job zone | 3 | 3 |
| major group | 15 | 19 |
| tot emp | 697,210 | 19,450 |
| a mean | 64,990 | 75,260 |
| a median | 60,340 | 67,440 |
| a pct10 | 38,780 | 45,560 |
| a pct25 | 47,580 | 53,310 |
| a pct75 | 77,010 | 88,710 |
| a pct90 | 98,010 | 110,710 |
| h mean | 31 | 36 |
| h median | 29 | 32 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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