career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Forensic Science Technicians and Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Forensic Science Technicians | Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4092 | 17-2151 |
| title | Forensic Science Technicians | Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers |
| onet code | 19-4092.00 | 17-2151.00 |
| description | 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. | Conduct subsurface surveys to identify the characteristics of potential land or mining development sites. May specify the ground support systems, processes, and equipment for safe, economical, and environmentally sound extraction or underground construction activities. May inspect areas for unsafe geological conditions, equipment, and working conditions. May design, implement, and coordinate mine safety programs. |
| job zone | 3 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 17 |
| tot emp | 19,450 | 6,770 |
| a mean | 75,260 | 108,940 |
| a median | 67,440 | 101,020 |
| a pct10 | 45,560 | 62,500 |
| a pct25 | 53,310 | 81,040 |
| a pct75 | 88,710 | 129,860 |
| a pct90 | 110,710 | 163,740 |
| h mean | 36 | 52 |
| h median | 32 | 48 |
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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