What skills do you need to be a oceanoligist?

Answer 1

Like all engineers, they have to be able to create structures that work in the environment of the ocean. As such they need to understand materials, stress and strain, chemical issues of ocean water exposure and the actions of tides and waves.

Answer 2

The answer is very simple - go to: online.onetcenter.org

Then in the upper right-hand occupation search box put in "Marine Engineer". On the next page that appears click on the occupations that appear - starting at the top one. This will give you a "complete" summary of "everything" that you will need to fulfill that job field. If not quite satisfied hit the back button at upper left top and keep checking ALL the occupations listed till you find the one that you like!

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Answer 3

The following is written by and according to the U.S. Department of Labor and particular to the education and training required for an engineer.

Engineers typically enter the occupation with a bachelor's degree in an engineering specialty, but some basic research positions may require a graduate degree. Engineers offering their services directly to the public must be licensed. Continuing education to keep current with rapidly changing technology is important for engineers.

Education and training. A bachelor's degree in engineering is required for almost all entry-level engineering jobs. College graduates with a degree in a natural science or mathematics occasionally may qualify for some engineering jobs, especially in specialties in high demand. Most engineering degrees are granted in electrical, electronics, mechanical, or civil engineering. However, engineers trained in one branch may work in related branches. For example, many aerospace engineers have training in mechanical engineering. This flexibility allows employers to meet staffing needs in new technologies and specialties in which engineers may be in short supply. It also allows engineers to shift to fields with better employment prospects or to those that more closely match their interests.

Most engineering programs involve a concentration of study in an engineering specialty, along with courses in both mathematics and the physical and life sciences. Many programs also include courses in general engineering. A design course, sometimes accompanied by a computer or laboratory class or both, is part of the curriculum of most programs. General courses not directly related to engineering, such as those in the Social Sciences or humanities, are also often required.

In addition to the standard engineering degree, many colleges offer 2-year or 4-year degree programs in engineering technology. These programs, which usually include various hands-on laboratory classes that focus on current issues in the application of engineering principles, prepare students for practical design and production work, rather than for jobs that require more theoretical and scientific knowledge. Graduates of 4-year technology programs may get jobs similar to those obtained by graduates with a bachelor's degree in engineering. Engineering technology graduates, however, are not qualified to register as professional engineers under the same terms as graduates with degrees in engineering. Some employers regard technology program graduates as having skills between those of a technician and an engineer.

Graduate training is essential for engineering faculty positions and many research and development programs, but is not required for the majority of entry-level engineering jobs. Many experienced engineers obtain graduate degrees in engineering or business administration to learn new technology and broaden their education. Many high-level executives in government and industry began their careers as engineers.

About 1,830 programs at colleges and universities offer bachelor's degrees in engineering that are accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), Inc., and there are another 710 accredited programs in engineering technology. ABET accreditation is based on a program's faculty, curriculum, and facilities; the achievement of a program's students; program improvements; and institutional commitment to specific principles of quality and ethics. Although most institutions offer programs in the major branches of engineering, only a few offer programs in the smaller specialties. Also, programs of the same title may vary in content. For example, some programs emphasize industrial practices, preparing students for a job in industry, whereas others are more theoretical and are designed to prepare students for graduate work. Therefore, students should investigate curriculums and check accreditations carefully before selecting a college.

Admissions requirements for undergraduate engineering schools include a solid background in mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and calculus) and science (Biology, chemistry, and physics), with courses in English, social studies, and humanities. Bachelor's degree programs in engineering typically are designed to last 4 years, but many students find that it takes between 4 and 5 years to complete their studies. In a typical 4-year college curriculum, the first 2 years are spent studying mathematics, basic sciences, introductory engineering, humanities, and social sciences. In the last 2 years, most courses are in engineering, usually with a concentration in one specialty. Some programs offer a general engineering curriculum; students then specialize on the job or in graduate school.

Some engineering schools have agreements with 2-year colleges whereby the college provides the initial engineering education, and the engineering school automatically admits students for their last 2 years. In addition, a few engineering schools have arrangements that allow students who spend 3 years in a liberal arts college studying pre-engineering subjects and 2 years in an engineering school studying core subjects to receive a bachelor's degree from each school. Some colleges and universities offer 5-year master's degree programs. Some 5-year or even 6-year cooperative plans combine classroom study and practical work, permitting students to gain valuable experience and to finance part of their education.

Licensure. All 50 States and the District of Columbia require licensure for engineers who offer their services directly to the public. Engineers who are licensed are called professional engineers (PE). This licensure generally requires a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program, 4 years of relevant work experience, and successful completion of a State examination. Recent graduates can start the licensing process by taking the examination in two stages. The initial Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination can be taken upon graduation. Engineers who pass this examination commonly are called engineers in training (EIT) or engineer interns (EI). After acquiring suitable work experience, EITs can take the second examination, the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Several States have imposed mandatory continuing education requirements for relicensure. Most States recognize licensure from other States, provided that the manner in which the initial license was obtained meets or exceeds their own licensure requirements. Many civil, electrical, mechanical, and chemical engineers are licensed PEs. Independent of licensure, various certification programs are offered by professional organizations to demonstrate competency in specific fields of engineering.

Other qualifications. Engineers should be creative, inquisitive, analytical, and detail oriented. They should be able to work as part of a team and to communicate well, both orally and in writing. Communication abilities are becoming increasingly important as engineers frequently interact with specialists in a wide range of fields outside engineering.

Certification and advancement. Beginning engineering graduates usually work under the supervision of experienced engineers and, in large companies, also may receive formal classroom or seminar-type training. As new engineers gain knowledge and experience, they are assigned more difficult projects with greater independence to develop designs, solve problems, and make decisions. Engineers may advance to become technical specialists or to supervise a staff or team of engineers and technicians. Some may eventually become engineering managers or enter other managerial or sales jobs. In sales, an engineering background enables them to discuss a product's technical aspects and assist in product planning, installation, and use.

Numerous professional certifications for engineers exist and may be beneficial for advancement to senior technical or managerial positions. Many certification programs are offered by the professional societies listed as sources of additional information for engineering specialties at the end of this statement.

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Answer 4

Some typical ocean engineer job descriptions:

Senior Oceanographer, Duties and Responsibilities will include:

- Assisting with evaluation and optimization of offshore and coastal

engineering projects, including providing technical oversight;

- Conducting data analysis, interpretation, and evaluation of marine and

coastal processes and the interactions among processes, including coastal

structures;

- Preparation and review of sections of technical reports describing

investigations, results and analysis;

- Field work involving oceanographic data collection (international travel may

be required) including assembly and testing of oceanographic data collection

equipment and at-sea operation of systems;

- Assisting with proposal development including the development of cost

tables, figures and methodology.

Coastal Maritime Engineer:

The successful applicant will be required to design and review coastal and

maritime structures such as breakwaters, revetments, quay walls, diaphragm

walls, jetties and floating pontoons as well as supervise the construction

activities. Site inspection and evaluation of coastal projects in progress is

required. Previous experience in the Gulf Region would be a benefit.

Water Resources Engineer:

Successful candidate will participate in project teams performing

coastal flood hazard analyses, coastal engineering, and water resources

studies. Projects will frequently involve hydrodynamic, hydrologic, hydraulic

and/or water quality modeling.

Ocean Engineering Department Manager, position responsibilities:

The Ocean Engineering Department Manager will be responsible for growing the Department's business volume and resources (staff, equipment, and facilities) to meet the needs of current and future clients within the strategic focus area. Other job duties include:

· Developing and implementing strategic and operational business plans to define market focus and provide appropriate products and services to the Department's clients.

· Defining new business areas within the Ocean Engineering strategic focus area and growing the group's overall capabilities.

· Ensuring that the Department's capabilities align with current and future market needs to appropriately increase business.

· Planning, integrating and marketing Department capabilities and services as they relate to client needs and interests

· Establishing and maintaining contact with key clients and managing long-term client relationships to cultivate and develop leads to maximize business potential

· Managing staff, including technical performance, training, development, and motivation, to establish and maintain a quality operation with a focus on the needs and goals of the client

· Establishing performance goals, appraising performance, and managing talent across the Department

· Integrating capabilities and services across organizational boundaries as they apply to client interests

· Reviewing and approving, as appropriate, proposals, reports and papers and providing necessary training and mentoring opportunities for staff

· Integrating operations and sales staff to produce appropriate sales results and assure that sales investments are consistent with the department's strategic interests

Also see the link below for entry level and internships for Ocean Engineer.

Answer 5

Lots of options here, depending on what sort of specific job functions someone is trying to achieve (there really is no one definition of "ocean Engineering")

Here are some possibilities;

Naval Architecture

Oceanography

Marine Biologist

Marine Archaeologist

Meteorologist

Climatologist

All of these things are heavily involved in understanding different aspects of Oceans.

Answer 6

Briefly it is the care and maintenance of all main and ancillary mechanical equipment aboard a vessel.

Training and qualification can take up to seven years, depending on the branch you take.

It can also include design of vessels.

Salary will vary with qualification status and the company you are employed with.

Starting at around £20,000 - £30,000 for a junior to £100,000 + for a senior or supervising engineer.

Answer 7

The ocean engineer designs facilities, ships, and other structures to use in the ocean. This is a professional level job.