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Natural and Applied Sciences

Agricultural and Fish Products Inspector
Agricultural Representative/Advisor
Air Traffic Controller
Aircraft Pilot
Architect
Biological Technologist/Technician
Biologist
Chemical Technologist/Technician
Chemist
Civil Engineer
Computer and Network Administrator/Web Technician
Computer Programmer
Computer Systems Analyst
Conservation and Fishery Officer
Construction Inspector

Drafting Technologist/Technician
Electrical and Electronic Engineer
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologist
Electronic Technician/Repairer
Forestry Technician
Geologist
Industrial and Manufacturing Engineer
Industrial Engineering Technologist and Technician
Land Surveyor
Landscape and Horticultural Technician
Mechanical Engineer (Plant Engineer/Maintenance Engineer)
Software Developer
Statistician/Actuary
Web Designer/Internet Developer


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Agricultural and Fish Products Inspector (NOC 2222)

Employed - 305. Governments, food processing companies.

Job Description

Inspect food and fish products to ensure they meet production, storage and transportation standards. Ensure that safety and sanitary procedures are followed. Keep inspection records.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$32,000 / $52,500

Training & Education Routes

UM, ACC, RRC
On-the-job training

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12

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Agricultural Representative/Advisor (NOC 2123)

Employed - 455. Governments, universities, seed, fertilizer and pesticide producers, banks, finance companies.

Job Description

Provide counselling and advisory services to farmers on crop cultivation and fertilization, harvesting, animal and poultry care, disease prevention, farm management, financing and marketing.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$30,000 / $52,000

Training & Education Routes

BU, UM, ACC

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
40S level Science

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Air Traffic Controller (NOC 2272)

Employed - 310. Airports. Shift work.

Job Description

Give radio directions to aircraft pilots to provide for the safe, orderly and efficient flow of air traffic.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$35,000 / $78,000

Training & Education Routes

NAV Canada Training Institute, Winnipeg and Cornwall, Ontario
Armed Forces

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12

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Aircraft Pilot (NOC 2271)

Employed - 660. Airlines, freight air carriers, flying schools, governments. Irregular hours.

Job Description

Fly airplanes to transport passengers, mail and freight. May navigate with aid of charts and maps. In small aircraft, assist passengers and help load parcels and luggage.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$30,000 / $70,000

Training & Education Routes

PCTS
Flying Schools
Armed Forces

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Aviation
SHC

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Architect (NOC 2151)

Employed - 355. Architectural and engineering consulting firms, governments, construction companies, self-employed.

Job Description

Design buildings. Develop plans, specifications and detailed drawings. Inspect construction to ensure plans are followed.

Job Outlook

Very Good

Starting/Average Wage

$41,600 / $52,000

Training & Education Routes

UM
Pre-professional program at UW

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
English 40S, Mathematics 40S

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Biological Technologist/Technician (NOC 2221)

Employed - 580. Laboratories and field settings of governments, manufacturers (food products, pharmaceuticals) research and educational institutions, resource and utility companies.

Job Description

Conduct laboratory tests and analyses, quality control, field surveys, and perform other technical activities for scientists and engineers. Work in areas such as agriculture, resource management, plant and animal biology, microbiology, cell and molecular biology, health sciences, and in fish hatcheries, greenhouses and livestock production programs.

Job Outlook

Very Good

Starting/Average Wage

$28,000 / $43,000

Training & Education Routes

BU, UM, UW, CUSB, ACC, RRC, UCN

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
At least two 40S level Sciences

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Biologist (NOC 2121)

Employed - 745. Federal and provincial governments, universities, hospitals, laboratories.

Job Description

Research and study the structure, function and growth of living organisms and their relationship to the environment.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$30,000 / $61,000

Training & Education Routes

UM, UW, CUSB, RRC/UW (joint program)
Master's degree recommended

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Biology 40S and one other 40S level Science

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Chemical Technologist/Technician (NOC 2211)

Employed - 1050. Research laboratories, hospitals, governments, chemical manufacturers, pulp and paper manufacturers, mining companies, food processors.

Job Description

Conduct chemical tests, measure reaction, analyze and record results. Assist in developing chemical engineering processes and apparatuses. Apply quality control standards.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$28,000 / $45,000

Training & Education Routes

BU, UM, UW, CUSB, RRC, UCN

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Chemistry 40S

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Chemist (NOC 2112)

Employed - 340. Consulting engineering and scientific firms, mining companies, federal and provincial governments, hospitals, research labs, chemical and food manufacturers.

Job Description

Conduct research and do analysis to support industrial operations. Develop products such as new synthetic fibres, paints, adhesives and drugs and design processes such as quality control.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$36,000 / $53,000

Training & Education Routes

BU, CUSB, UM, UW, RRC/UW (joint program)
Master's degree recommended

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Chemistry 40S and one other 40S level Science

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Civil Engineer (NOC 2131)

Employed - 1,115. Engineering consulting firms, construction companies, utilities, governments, self-employed.

Job Description

Design and supervise the construction of bridges, roads and industrial buildings. May specialize in areas such as waste management, highways, structures, hydraulics or pipelines.

Job Outlook

Very Good

Starting/Average Wage

$44,000 / $72,000

Training & Education Routes

UM

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Chemistry 40S, Physics 40S, Mathematics (Pre-Calculus) 40S

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Computer and Network Administrator/ Web Technician (NOC 2281)

Employed - 1,520. Computer consulting firms, information system units in private and public workplaces.

Job Description

Maintain computer networks in local areas (LAN) and wide areas (WAN). Maintain servers and connectivity. Troubleshoot LAN systems. Install software and hardware. Plan for network improvements. Administer employee access to the system.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$28,500 / $46,500

Training & Education Routes

BU, UW, UM, ETP, ACC, RRC, UCN, ALB, ALD, ALN, ALS, ALSL, ALST, ALSW, CDI, HC, PVPS, RC, WCST

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Information Technology
ATC, MMC, SVRS, WCM, WTC

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Computer Programmer (NOC 2174)

Employed - 2,510. Banks, insurance companies, software companies, governments.

Job Description

Write programs in computer language to provide information in a manageable form to resolve business, engineering or scientific problems. Advise on use of computers, software and networks.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$37,800 / $60,400

Training & Education Routes

BU, UM, UW, ETP, ACC, RRC, UCN, CDI, HC

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
English, Mathematics, Information Technology
ATC, MMC, SVRS, WCM, WTC

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Computer Systems Analyst (NOC 2171)

Employed - 2,925. All industries.

Job Description

Design computer systems which provide solutions to problems or to perform computations or administrative tasks. Analyze databases and supervise computer programmers.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$32,100 / $59,000

Training & Education Routes

BU, UM, UW, ETP, ACC, RRC, UCN, CDI, HC

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
English, Mathematics, Information Technology
ATC, MMC, SVRS, WCM, WTC

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Conservation and Fishery Officer (NOC 2224)

Employed - 225. Federal and provincial governments. Irregular hours, shift work.

Job Description

Enforce federal and provincial regulations protecting fish, wildlife and other natural resources. Collect and relay information on resource management. May verify licences and arrest poachers.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$30,000 / $64,000

Training & Education Routes

UM, UCN

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Biology 30S or 30G and Chemistry 30S or Physics 30G

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Construction Inspector (NOC 2264)

Employed - 275. Governments, construction companies, engineering consulting firms.

Job Description

Inspect the construction and maintenance of new and existing buildings, bridges and highways to ensure specifications and building codes are observed. Ensure that safety regulations are followed.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$32,000 / $49,000

Training & Education Routes

UM, RRC
Experience in a construction trade

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Building and Trades Technology
ATC, CPRS, DRCS, HBO, KEC, LS, MMC, PC, RBR, RDP, SRS, TVH, WCM

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Drafting Technologist/Technician (NOC 2253)

Employed - 985. Engineering and architectural consulting firms, construction contractors, governments, manufacturing companies.

Job Description

Prepare plans, layouts and drawings of buildings, equipment or products to be built. May use computer-assisted design (CAD) techniques.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$27,000 / $44,000

Training & Education Routes

ACC, RRC, UCN, IST

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Building and Trades Technology
ATC, CPRS, DRCS, HBO, KEC, LS, MMC, PC, RBR, RDP, SRS, TVH, WCM
Drafting
CPRS, KEC, LSRS, RDP, SHC, SRS, TVH, WTC

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Electrical and Electronic Engineer (NOC 2133)

Employed - 685. Electrical utilities, communications firms, engineering consulting firms, manufacturers making or using electronic components.

Job Description

Design, build and repair systems that generate, control or use electricity. May specialize in computer hardware and software design, electric power systems, telephone, communication, sound systems.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$45,000 / $75,200

Training & Education Routes

UM, RRC, UCN

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Chemistry 40S, Mathematics (Pre-Calculus) 40S, Physics 40S
Electrical/Electronics
CPRS, DRCS, KEC, LSRS, SHC, SRS, SVRS, TVH, WTC

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Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologist (NOC 2241)

Employed - 885. Electrical utilities, communications firms, engineering consulting firms, manufacturers making or using electronic components.

Job Description

Design, develop and test industrial process control systems, telecommunications, broadcast, recording and audiovisual systems, microelectronic systems and circuits, computer systems and networks, computer software.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$30,000 / $61,040

Training & Education Routes

RRC, UCN, CDI, HC

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Mathematics 40S, Physics 40S
Electrical/Electronics
CPRS, DRCS, KEC, LSRS, SHC, SRS, SVRS, TVH, WTC

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Electronic Technician/Repairer (NOC 2242)

Employed - 2,030. Electronic product manufacturers, distributors and repairers, governments, radio and TV broadcasters.

Job Description

Repair and install a variety of electronic equipment such as computer equipment, radios and electronic components of various products found in offices, homes and factories.

Job Outlook Good
Starting/Average Wage

$24,000 / $40,000

Training & Education Routes

RRC, UCN, HC, PVPS

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Electrical/Electronics
CPRS, DRCS, KEC, LSRS, SHC, SRS, SVRS, TVH, WTC

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Forestry Technician (NOC 2223)

Employed - 205. Forestry and logging companies, consulting firms, governments.

Job Description

Maintain boundary lines and mark timber for removal. Control wildfires, insects, and pests. Supervise tree plantings and monitor quality of trees. Implement water and soil erosion control. Perform tests and analyze results for soil, tree health and quality, and diseases.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$29,500 / $49,000

Training & Education Routes

UCN
Experience in timber harvesting

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12

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Geologist (NOC 2113)

Employed - 165. Petroleum and mining companies, governments, universities, geological consulting firms.

Job Description

Conduct theoretical and applied research in the structure, composition and processes of the earth. May also plan, direct and participate in geological field studies, drilling and geological testing programs to find exploitable resources.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$45,000 / $80,000

Training & Education Routes

BU, UM
Master's degree recommended

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Physics 40S and one other 40S level Science

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Industrial and Manufacturing Engineer (NOC 2141)

Employed - 320. Manufacturers, engineering firms, governments.

Job Description

Plan and develop various production methods, facilities and manufacturing systems. Plan, estimate, measure and schedule work to use time and resources efficiently.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$44,000 / $65,000

Training & Education Routes

UM

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Chemistry 40S, Physics 40S, Mathematics (Pre-Calculus) 40S

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Industrial Engineering Technologist and Technician (NOC 2233)

Employed - 500. Manufacturing and engineering companies, government departments.

Job Description

Develop and conduct production, inventory and quality assurance programs. Design plant layouts and production facilities. Collect and analyze data and samples in support of quality assurance, health and safety programs.

Job Outlook

Very Good

Starting/Average Wage

$30,000 / $50,000

Training & Education Routes

RRC

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
One 40S level Science, Mathematics

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Land Surveyor (NOC 2154)

Employed - 275. Private sector land surveyors, governments, self-employed.

Job Description

Conduct surveys of land to establish the legal boundaries and ownership. Prepare and maintain the associated records and drawings or maps. Operate electronic and non-electronic survey equipment to measure distances, angles and land elevations.

Job Outlook

Very Good

Starting/Average Wage

$35,400 / $50,000
(Articling students earn less-approximately $27,000 to start)

Training & Education Routes

ACC, RCC, UCN

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
One 40S or 40G level Science

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Landscape and Horticultural Technician (NOC 2225)

Employed - 345. Governments, landscaping companies, nurseries, lawn care services, golf courses, cemeteries. Seasonal.

Job Description

Design and develop lanscape plans to suit propsective sites and clients. Construct and maintain gardens, parks, golf courses and other landscape environments. Advise clients on horticulture, breeding, cultivating and study of plants. May treat injured and diseased trees and plants.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$25,000 / $40,500

Training & Education Routes

Apprenticeship training and certification in the trade are voluntary.
Apprenticeship program technical training is delivered at RRC. On-the-job training.

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Senior Years Apprenticeship Option
Landscaping and Gardening
RBR

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Mechanical Engineer (Plant Engineer/Maintenance Engineer) (NOC 2132)

Employed - 675. Engineering consulting firms, manufacturers, electric utilities, mining companies, pulp mills, fertilizer companies.

Job Description

Design, develop and maintain internal combustion engines, steam and gas turbines, heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems, tools and hydraulic systems.

Job Outlook

Very Good

Starting/Average Wage

$44,000 / $62,320

Training & Education Routes

UM

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Chemistry 40S, Mathematics (Pre-Calculus) 40S, Physics 40S

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Software Developer (NOC 2173)

Employed - 285. Computer software and consulting firms, information management units throughout the private and public sector.

Job Description

Using knowledge of programming languages, create computer software for business and industrial applications.

Job Outlook

Very Good

Starting/Average Wage

$40,000 / $66,000

Training & Education Routes

UM, UW, ETP, ACC, RRC, CDI, HC

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Information Technology
ATC, MMC, SVRS, WCM, WTC

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Statistician/Actuary (NOC 2161)

Employed - 195. Insurance companies, pension benefit consulting firms, science and engineering consulting firms, governments, universities.

Job Description

Conduct research, develop statistical methods and advise on applying statistics. Set quality control standards, or apply mathematics, probability, and risk theory to calculate appropriate insurance and pension premiums.

Job Outlook

Good for Statistician
Very Good for Actuary

Starting/Average Wage

$32,000 / $64,000

Training & Education Routes

BU, UM, UW
Master's degree recommended

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Mathematics

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Web Designer/Internet Developer (NOC 2175)

Employed - 460. Consulting companies, graphic design companies, self-employed.

Job Description

Design and develop web sites for the Internet and Intranet using content provided. Maintain internal links and connectivity to web servers. Monitor use of web sites.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$23,400 / $41,000

Training & Education Routes

UW, UM, ACC, ETP, RRC, ALB, ALD, ALN, ALS, ALSW, CDI, HC, RC

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Information Technology
ATC, MMC, SVRS, WCM, WTC

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