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Sub-major Group

24 Design, Engineering and Science Professionals

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OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

24 Design, Engineering and Science Professionals

Design buildings, landscapes and products for manufacture and visual communication, design, plan and organise the testing, construction and maintenance of structures, machines, production systems and plants, and perform analytical, conceptual and practical tasks in relation to the chemical and physical properties of the universe, living organisms and the environment.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this sub-major group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Subcategories

241 Architects, Planners and Surveyors
242 Design Professionals
243 Engineering Professionals
244 Natural and Physical Science Professionals