career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians and Microbiologists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Microbiologists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-3026 | 19-1022 |
| title | Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Microbiologists |
| onet code | 17-3026.00 | 19-1022.00 |
| description | Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production, usually under the direction of engineering staff. May perform time and motion studies on worker operations in a variety of industries for purposes such as establishing standard production rates or improving efficiency. | Investigate the growth, structure, development, and other characteristics of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria, algae, or fungi. Includes medical microbiologists who study the relationship between organisms and disease or the effects of antibiotics on microorganisms. |
| job zone | 3 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 73,410 | 19,760 |
| a mean | 69,780 | 95,200 |
| a median | 64,790 | 87,330 |
| a pct10 | 46,370 | 51,220 |
| a pct25 | 53,230 | 63,920 |
| a pct75 | 79,040 | 120,750 |
| a pct90 | 97,670 | 150,650 |
| h mean | 33 | 45 |
| h median | 31 | 41 |
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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