Science Technologies/Technicians, Other
If you enjoy running experiments and
analyzing data, a major in Science Technologies could be a great fit. If you
decide to study Science Technologies, you'll acquire the knowledge and
abilities to provide support to researchers in the laboratory. By enrolling in
various courses across the biological, chemical, physical, environmental, and
engineering sciences, you will learn the fundamentals of science and how to
design experiments, use equipment, and draw valid findings. Because there are
so many distinct scientific fields, each focusing on a narrow niche of inquiry,
a wide variety of specialized scientific technicians are needed. For example,
you could focus on forest and conservation studies, environmental science,
engineering, agriculture and food, and forensic science. Some students opt for
a bachelor's degree, but entry-level employment as a scientific technician
requires an associate's degree from an institutional college or vocational
school. On the other hand, a bachelor's degree might give you an edge in some
job markets and open doors to higher-paying positions.