ISCO Occupation Group 2112.1 Meteorologist
From Open Risk Manual
Contents
Definition
Meteorologist: Meteorologists study climate processes, measure and predict weather patterns and provide consultancy services to a variety of weather information users. They work out models for weather forecasting, develop instruments to collect meteorological data and compile statistics and databases.
Essential Skills
- Mathematics
- Execute Analytical Mathematical Calculations
- Meteorology
- Use Specialised Computer Models For Weather Forecasting
- Perform Scientific Research
- Carry Out Meteorological Research
- Climatology
- Apply Statistical Analysis Techniques
- Review Meteorological Forecast Data
- Apply Scientific Methods
- Use Meteorological Tools To Forecast Meteorological Conditions
Optional Skills
- Calibrate Electronic Instruments
- Study Aerial Photos
- Operate Remote Sensing Equipment
- Design Scientific Equipment
- Conduct Research On Climate Processes
- Create Weather Maps
- Collect Weather-Related Data
- Statistics
- Scientific Research Methodology
- Use Geographic Information Systems
- Manage Meteorological Database
- Develop Models For Weather Forecast
- Assist Scientific Research
- Design Graphics
- Oceanography
- Present During Live Broadcasts
- Write Weather Briefing
- Operate Meteorological Instruments
- Geographic Information Systems
- Write Scientific Papers
Alternative Names
- Marine Meteorologist
- Atmospheric Research Analyst
- Atmospheric Analyst
- Meteorology Scientist
- Meteorology Analyst
- Atmospheric Researcher
- Meteorology Research Analyst
- Atmospheric Science Researcher
- Atmospheric Research Scientist
- Meteorology Science Researcher
- Meteorology Researcher
- Atmospheric Scientist
- Meteorology Research Scientist
- Meteorologists
Specializations
| Specialization | Title |
|---|---|
| C2112.1.1 | ISCO Specialization 2112.1.1 Aviation Meteorologist |
| C2112.1.2 | ISCO Specialization 2112.1.2 Climatologist |
| C2112.1.3 | ISCO Specialization 2112.1.3 Weather Forecaster |
