Meter readers check the level of gas, water, steam, and electricity consumption in homes and businesses by going from building to building and reading meters that measure how much energy has been used. They then record this amount in a route book or with an electronic, handheld device. Meter readers are also responsible for checking […]

Microbiologists are scientists who study living things that cannot be seen with the naked eye, such as bacteria, fungi, protozoans, and viruses, as well as human and animal cells. They examine the effects these microorganisms and infectious agents have on people, animals, plants, and the environment. They are interested in learning about micro­organisms that cause […]

Microelectronics technicians work in research laboratories assisting the engineering staff to develop and construct prototype and custom-designed microchips. Microchips, often called simply chips, are tiny but extremely complex electronic devices that control the operations of many kinds of communications equipment, consumer prod­ucts, industrial controls, aerospace guidance systems, and medical electronics. The process of manufacturing chips […]

Military pilots fly various types of specialized aircraft to transport troops and equipment and to execute combat missions. Military aircraft make up of one of the world’s largest fleets of specialized airplanes. The U.S. Armed Forces are composed of five separate military services: the army, air force, marines, navy, and coast guard (which is now […]

The U.S. Armed Forces are composed of five separate military services: the army, navy, air force, marines, and coast guard. These branches organize, train, and equip the nation’s lands, sea, and air services to support the national and international policies of the government. Together, military workers from these branches are responsible for the safety and […]

Millwrights install, assemble, and maintain heavy industrial machinery and other equipment. If necessary, they construct foundations for certain large assemblies. They may also dis­mantle, operate, or repair these machines. Approximately 59,000 millwrights are employed in the United States. Millwright Career History The history of the millwright dates back to the indus­trial revolution. While milling machines, […]

Mining engineers deal with the exploration, location, and planning for removal of minerals and mineral depos­its from the earth. These include metals (iron, copper), nonmetallic minerals (limestone, gypsum), and coal. Mining engineers conduct preliminary surveys of min­eral deposits and examine them to ascertain whether they can be extracted efficiently and economically, using either underground or […]

Models display a wide variety of products and services in print, such as magazines and newspapers; televi­sion; and live marketing. Industrial models are used in all advertising media to sell every kind of product or service imaginable. Fashion models display clothing and fashion accessories in fashion shows, apparel cata­logs, and retail stores. A small segment […]

Molders form sand molds for use in the production of metal castings. This production method, known as sand casting, requires knowledge of the properties of metals and sand mixtures, pattern shapes, and pouring procedures. Imple­menting a two-part box called a flask, molders pack spe­cially prepared sand mix around a pattern of the object that is […]

A mortuary cosmetologist is a licensed cosmetologist who performs a variety of cosmetic services to prepare a deceased person for funeral services. Sometimes called desairologists, mortuary cosmetologists are trained to use products to style or alter the hair, face, and nails to prepare a deceased person for viewing and/or burial. In doing so, mortuary cosmetologists […]