Oceantech
Industrial Instrumentation Technician and Mechanic
The following are examples of job functions for a Industrial Instrumentation Technician / Mechanic that demand some level of proficiency with digital tools, devices, and systems:
- Preparing circuit diagrams and blueprints
- Inspecting and testing operation of instruments and systems
- Troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and adjusting system components
- Installing, programming, and calibrating new equipment
- Evaluating latest technologies for feasibility and efficiencies
- Checking for continuity, resistance, voltages and current readings
Examples of Digital Tools, Devices and Systems for an Industrial Instrumentation Technician and Mechanic
- Processes and procedures to work with digital interfaces on instrumentations installed in ships, autonomous underwater vehicles, moorings, etc. to:
- verify calibrations or calibrate sensors on these instruments
- capture relevant data
- install, repair, and test instruments
- report and communicate the data
- Computer skills (Microsoft office, word, excel, PowerPoint)
- System communication protocols (e.g., digital, satellite telemetry, RF, cabled, etc.) to communicate messages from the ocean
- Computer operating Systems – Windows, Linux, MacOS installation and maintenance
- Virtual Network Computing to remotely share a screen with another computer and communicate relevant data
- Computer networking:
- install computer networks, connections, and cabling
- problem troubleshooting for system failures
- testing and configuring software
- maintain and repair computer hardware and peripheral devices
- Computer Programming and coding using Java, C, C++, JavaScript, and other programming and scripting languages
- Web programming software to create applications on the web in HTML, XML format
- Matlab, SQL (databases) for data analysis and data query
- GIS, CAD for planning and designing
- LabVIEW to develop automated research, validation, and production test systems
- Ocean Data View for the analysis and visualization of oceanographic and meteorological data sets
- Data Loggers and Data Acquisition Systems for capturing and recording data at periodic intervals
Recommended Digital Competency Occupational Profile for Industrial Instrumentation Technicians and Mechanics
The following chart provides the recommended Digital Competency Profile for the selected occupation. This chart indicates the level of digital proficiency recommended for this role across a range of competencies. Users can review this chart and compare their digital proficiency levels with the recommended proficiency levels and identify suitable resources to help close any gaps.
| Competency Area 1. Digital Literacy | Total number of statements | Total number of applicable statements for the occupation | % Score | Digital Competency Proficiency Level |
| 1.1 Using Systems and Devices | 11 | 11 | 81 – 100% | Advanced |
| 1.2 Searching and filtering digital information | 9 | 9 | 81 – 100% | Advanced |
| 1.3 Analyzing and evaluating digital information | 9 | 9 | 81 – 100% | Advanced |
| 1.4 Managing and storing digital information | 7 | 7 | 81 – 100% | Advanced |
| 1.5 Creating and editing digital information | 18 | 18 | 81 – 100% | Advanced |
| Competency Area 2. Digital Communication | Total number of statements | Total number of applicable statements for the occupation | % Score | Digital Competency Proficiency Level | ||||
| 2.1 Communicating using digital technologies | 8 | 8 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||
| 2.2 Collaborating using digital technologies | 7 | 7 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||
| 2.3 Transacting using digital technologies | 12 | 12 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||
| Competency Area 3. Digital Safety | Total number of statements | Total number of applicable statements for the occupation | % Score | Digital Competency Proficiency Level | ||||
| 3.1 Protecting devices | 10 | 10 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||
| 3.2 Protecting data and privacy | 16 | 16 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||
| 3.3 Managing digital identity | 11 | 11 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||
| Competency Area 4. Digital Thinking | Total number of statements | Total number of applicable statements for the occupation | % Score | Digital Competency Proficiency Level | ||||
| 4.1 Solving problems in digital ways | 7 | 7 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||
| 4.2 Using netiquette | 5 | 5 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||
| 4.3 Developing digital competencies | 6 | 6 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||
Business Development / Marketing and Communication Associate
The following are examples of job functions for a Business Development / Marketing and Communication Associate that demand some level of proficiency with digital tools, devices, and systems:
- Assessing business opportunities and developing strategies
- Manipulating data and performing statistical analysis
- Conducting surveys on local, regional, national, and international areas
- Conducting comparative research on marketing strategies
- Driving consistent, relevant traffic and leads
- Developing content marketing strategies, coordinating social media presence
- Maintaining web content
- Effectively communicating with stakeholders and clients
Examples of Digital Tools, Devices and Systems for a Business Development / Marketing and Communication Associate
- Computer literacy (Windows OS, MS Excel, MS Word, MS Powerpoint)
- PowerPoint presentation, graphic design software such as Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere, and other multi-media software for developing content for business development and marketing
- Internet search, data handling, and processing applications for online research of markets and trends
- Search Engine Optimisation to drive traffic to marketing content, through incorporating appropriate keywords and phrases.
- Social Media platforms, online advertising, and outreach platforms for undertaking online marketing campaigns and brand outreach/ content marketing
- MS Outlook, Gmail, Slack, and other email platforms for e-mail marketing and communication
- Web Analytics tools such as Google Analytics to:
- track traffic on various marketing channels and analyse the trend through reports and metrics
- track online sentiment to identify trends, discussion themes, and strategic opportunities
- Marketing automation software to optimize marketing strategy by automating marketing tasks such as email marketing, social media posts, and lead generation
- Content Management System to create, edit, collaborate on, publish and store digital content such as WordPress, blogs, web posts
- Image, document, and file management systems
- Online meeting tools such as WebEx, MS Teams, Zoom, and other videoconferencing tools
- Accounting software to manage clients, reconcile bank accounts, generate financial reports, etc.
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software for a holistic overview of customer interaction, track of sales, organizing and prioritizing work opportunities, and internal collaboration within teams
Recommended Digital Competency Occupational Profile for Business Development/Marketing and Communication Associates
The following chart provides the recommended Digital Competency Profile for the selected occupation. This chart indicates the level of digital proficiency recommended for this role across a range of competencies. Users can review this chart and compare their digital proficiency levels with the recommended proficiency levels and identify suitable resources to help close any gaps.
| Competency Area 1. Digital Literacy | Total number of statements | Total number of applicable statements for the occupation | % Score | Digital Competency Proficiency Level |
| 1.1 Using Systems and Devices | 11 | 11 | 81 – 100% | Advanced |
| 1.2 Searching and filtering digital information | 9 | 11 | 81 – 100% | Advanced |
| 1.3 Analyzing and evaluating digital information | 9 | 11 | 81 – 100% | Advanced |
| 1.4 Managing and storing digital information | 7 | 11 | 81 – 100% | Advanced |
| 1.5 Creating and editing digital information | 18 | 11 | 81 – 100% | Advanced |
| Competency Area 2. Digital Communication | Total number of statements | Total number of applicable statements for the occupation | % Score | Digital Competency Proficiency Level | ||||
| 2.1 Communicating using digital technologies | 8 | 11 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||
| 2.2 Collaborating using digital technologies | 7 | 11 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||
| 2.3 Transacting using digital technologies | 12 | 11 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||
| Competency Area 3. Digital Safety | Total number of statements | Total number of applicable statements for the occupation | % Score | Digital Competency Proficiency Level | ||||
| 3.1 Protecting devices | 10 | 11 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||
| 3.2 Protecting data and privacy | 16 | 11 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||
| 3.3 Managing digital identity | 11 | 11 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||
| Competency Area 4. Digital Thinking | Total number of statements | Total number of applicable statements for the occupation | % Score | Digital Competency Proficiency Level | ||||
| 4.1 Solving problems in digital ways | 7 | 11 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||
| 4.2 Using netiquette | 5 | 11 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||
| 4.3 Developing digital competencies | 6 | 11 | 81 – 100% | Advanced | ||||