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Industrial Ecologist

Science & Technology

  • Average Salary

    RM2836 - RM 5008

  • Career Trends

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  • Compability

What is Industrial Ecologist?

Apply principles and processes of natural ecosystems to develop models for efficient industrial systems. Use knowledge from the physical and social sciences to maximize effective use of natural resources in the production and use of goods and services. Examine societal issues and their relationship with both technical systems and the environment.

Minimum education level

 

PT3

SPM

STPM

Diploma

Degree

Average Salary

RM2836 - RM 5008

Example of a Job Position

Ecologist
Environmental Consultant
Environmental Protection Consultant / Manager
Environmental Researcher
Environment expert

Task

? Identify environmental impacts caused by products, systems, or projects Green Task Statement ? Examine local, regional or global use and flow of materials or energy in industrial production processes Green Task Statement ? Identify or develop strategies or methods to minimize the environmental impact of industrial production processes Green Task Statement ? Prepare technical and research reports such as environmental impact reports, and communicate the results to individuals in industry, government, or the general public Green Task Statement ? Analyze changes designed to improve the environmental performance of complex systems to avoid unintended negative consequences Green Task Statement

Knowledge

Education and Training

Knowledge of principles and methods in designing curriculum, training, teaching, and instruction for individuals and groups, as well as measuring the effects of training.

Mathematics

Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

English

Knowledge of the structure and content of English, including the meaning and spelling of each word, composition rules, and grammar.

Engineering and Technology

Knowledge of practical applications in engineering and technology. This includes the application of principles, techniques, procedures and equipment for designing and producing various goods and services.

Chemistry

Knowledge of the composition, structure and chemical properties of substances and chemical processes and transformations that occur. Includes the use of chemicals and their interactions, alarms, production techniques and disposal methods

Skills

Active Listening

Give full attention to the words of others, set aside time to understand the points presented, ask questions appropriately, and not interrupt at the wrong time

Writing

Communicate effectively through writing that suits the needs of the audience

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to the problems handled

Consideration and Decision Making

Consider the shortcomings and advantages of potential action choices to choose the most appropriate action.

Reading Understanding

Understand sentences and paragraphs written in work documents.

Capability

  • 1

    Oral Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas when speaking, so that others can understand what is being conveyed

  • 2

    Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to certain problems in order to produce reasonable answers.

  • 3

    Inductive Reasoning - The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules and conclusions (including finding relationships between seemingly unconnected events).

  • 4

    Oral Understanding - The ability to listen and understand information and ideas conveyed through words and oral sentences

  • 5

    Written Understanding - Ability to read and understand information and ideas conveyed through writing

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