O*NET-SOC 25-1032.00

Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses pertaining to the application of physical laws and principles of engineering for the development of machines, materials, instruments, processes, and services. Includes teachers of subjects such as chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mineral, and petroleum engineering. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

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Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.Core5757
Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.Core5758
Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.Core5756
Write grant proposals to procure external research funding.Core5760
Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.Core5755
Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.Core5754
Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as mechanics, hydraulics, and robotics.Core5753
Initiate, facilitate, and moderate class discussions.Core5762
Supervise students' laboratory work.Core5761
Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.Core5759
Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.Core5767
Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.Core5764
Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.Core5766
Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.Core5763
Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities.Core5769
Select and obtain materials and supplies, such as textbooks and laboratory equipment.Core5768
Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.Core5765
Perform administrative duties, such as serving as department head.Supplemental5771
Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.Core5770
Review manuscripts for professional journals.Supplemental21112
Participate in campus and community events.Supplemental5775
Act as advisers to student organizations.Supplemental5774
Provide professional consulting services to government or industry.Supplemental5772
Compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments.Supplemental5773

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 30 examples in 14 categories, 16 Hot Technology

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Computer aided design CAD software

Autodesk AutoCADHot Technology
Autodesk RevitHot Technology
Dassault Systemes CATIA
Dassault Systemes SolidWorksHot Technology
PTC Creo Parametric

Computer based training software

Blackboard Learn
Course management system software
Desire2Learn LMS software
Learning management system LMSIn Demand
Sakai CLE

Object or component oriented development software

C++Hot Technology
Oracle JavaHot Technology
PythonHot Technology

Word processing software

Collaborative editing software
Google DocsHot Technology
Microsoft WordHot Technology

Information retrieval or search software

DOC Cop
iParadigms Turnitin

Electronic mail software

Email software
Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Analytical or scientific software

Finite element analysis software
The MathWorks MATLABHot Technology

Optical character reader OCR or scanning software

Image scanning software

Web platform development software

JavaScriptHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Project management software

Microsoft ProjectHot Technology
Oracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio ManagementHot Technology

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

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Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People

Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs.
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Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
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Prepare tests.
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Evaluate student work.
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Processing Information

Compile specialized bibliographies or lists of materials.
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Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

Proofread documents, records, or other files to ensure accuracy.
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Edit written materials.
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Edit documents.
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Select educational materials or equipment.
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Thinking Creatively

Develop instructional objectives.
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Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Research topics in area of expertise.
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Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
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Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization.
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Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

Plan community programs or activities for the general public.
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Documenting/Recording Information

Write grant proposals.
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Maintain student records.
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Develop instructional materials.
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Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.
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Selling or Influencing Others

Promote educational institutions or programs.
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Training and Teaching Others

Teach physical science or mathematics courses at the college level.
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Guide class discussions.
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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Supervise laboratory work.
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Supervise student research or internship work.
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Serve on institutional or departmental committees.
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Direct department activities.
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Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Advise students on academic or career matters.
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Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies.
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Performing Administrative Activities

Perform student enrollment or registration activities.
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Monitoring and Controlling Resources

Order instructional or library materials or equipment.
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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed

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WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

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Level mix

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.