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AI service hydrologist

Develops computer models and programs to collect meteorological data for weather forecasting and reports.

Nia Kariuki“I use computer models to predict weather conditions.”An example character, not a real person.
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Service hydrologist · What it does

Three tasks it takes off your hands

  1. Develop or use mathematical or computer models for weather forecasting.
  2. Interpret data and reports to predict weather conditions using computer models.
  3. Develop computer programs to collect meteorological data or present information.
Where these come from

The tasks of “Atmospheric and Space Scientists” (O*NET 19-2021.00), as O*NET lists them:

  • Develop or use mathematical or computer models for weather forecasting.
  • Interpret data, reports, maps, photographs, or charts to predict long- or short-range weather conditions, using computer models and knowledge of climate theory, physics, and mathematics.
  • Develop computer programs to collect meteorological data or to present meteorological information.

Service hydrologist · Tools and industries

It works in the tools you already use

  • Microsoft Office software
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • C++
  • Facebook
  • IBM SPSS Statistics
  • Linux

Industries it fits

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Role facts from O*NET 31.0 Database (U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), CC BY 4.0), written in our words. Sources and credits