computational chemistry
The branch of chemistry that aims at addressing complex chemical problems through computer simulations.
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Nanoengineers combine the scientific knowledge of atomic and molecular particles with engineering principles for applications in a varied array of fields. They apply findings in chemistry, biology, and materials engineering, etc. They use technological knowledge for the improvement of existing applications or the creation of micro objects.
Competences and skills
55 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 12 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
5 competencesengineering processes
The systematic approach to the development and maintenance of engineering systems.
nanomaterials
The characteristics of engineered nanoparticles that conform to a specific set of properties such as being manufactured at nanoscale, being composed of nano-objects as defined by ISO. Some of the well known nanomaterials could be carbon nanotubes,quantum dots gold or titanium dioxide.
quantum technology
The technology that works through principles of quantum mechanics such as quantum entanglement and quantum superposition.
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spectroscopy
The scientific field that focuses on investigating and measuring spectra that are produced through electromagnetic radiation either in the form of materials interaction with radiations or their emission.
Cross-sector
7 competencesanalytical chemistry
Instruments and methods used to separate, identify and quantify matter-the chemical components of natural and artificial materials and solutions.
biology
Tissues, cells, and functions of plant and animal organisms and their interdependencies and interactions with each other and the environment.
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chemistry
The composition, structure, and properties of substances and the processes and transformations that they undergo; the uses of different chemicals and their interactions, production techniques, risk factors, and disposal methods.
computer simulation
A programme run on a computer that represents dynamic responses of a system to explore a mathematical model behaviour, using a model of a real system, composed of mathematical equations.
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engineering principles
The engineering elements like functionality, replicability, and costs in relation to the design and how they are applied in the completion of engineering projects.
materials engineering
The study of existing materials and substances properties to produce new materials or enhance several existing properties such as chemical or physical ones. It involves knowledge on the structure, on the performance of diverse materials and on the transferability of the new or improved materials to different industries.
nanotechnology
Technologies, science, and engineering activities conducted on a nanoscale, where material or extremely small components are manipulated on an atomic, molecular, or supramolecular scale.
Essential skills and competences 10 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
10 competencesadjust engineering designs
Adjust designs of products or parts of products so that they meet requirements.
apply health and safety standards
Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.
approve engineering design
Give consent to the finished engineering design to go over to the actual manufacturing and assembly of the product.
assess environmental impact
Monitor environmental impacts and carry out assessments in order to identify and to reduce the organisation's environmental risks while taking costs into account.
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examine engineering principles
Analyse the principles that need to be considered for engineering designs and projects such as functionality, replicability, costs and other principles.
forecast organisational risks
Analyse the operations and actions of a company in order to assess their repercussions, possible risks for the company, and to develop suitable strategies to address these.
perform chemical experiments
Perform chemical experiments with the aim of testing various products and substances in order to draw conclusions in terms of product viability and replicability.
perform scientific research
Gain, correct or improve knowledge about phenomena by using scientific methods and techniques, based on empirical or measurable observations.
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test chemical samples
Perform the testing procedures on the already prepared chemical samples, by using the necessary equipment and materials. Chemical sample testing involves operations such as pipetting or diluting schemes.
work with chemicals
Handle chemicals and select specific ones for certain processes. Be aware of the reactions which arise from combining them.
Optional knowledge 19 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
6 competencescomputational mechanics
The use of modelling and simulation to predict complex physical behaviours in science and engineering. It interacts with other areas in mechanics including solid mechanics and fluid mechanics, but also material science, mathematics and numerical methods.
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continuum mechanics
The study of the behaviour of materials disregarding their specific nature. It aims to create mathematical models to predict this behaviour particularly in relation to material deformation and motion.
green chemistry
The process of creating chemical products that diminish or cancel the negative impact on the environment caused by the use of hazardous substances. It follows all the phases of chemical product generation from the design to the manufacturing and its disposal.
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microbiology-bacteriology
Microbiology-Bacteriology is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
quantum computing
The branch of computer science that follows the principles of quantum theory. It uses subatomic particles which are allowed to exist under more than one state thanks to quantum bits, or qubits.
solid mechanics
The subfield in physical science that is interdisciplinary between physics, chemistry, materials science, computational science, and engineering. It studies the motion of solid materials and their deformation under action of forces such as external load.
Cross-sector
13 competencescomputer engineering
Engineering discipline that combines computer science with electrical engineering to develop computer hardware and software. Computer engineering occupies itself with electronics, software design, and the integration of hardware and software.
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design principles
The elements used in design such as unity, scale, proportion, balance, symmetry, space, form, texture, colour, light, shade and congruence and their application into practice.
electrical engineering
The field of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.
industrial research and development
The set of activities that companies carry out to do industrial innovation and introduce new engineering products and services or new industrial production processes.
life sciences
The study of the processes related to cells, molecules and living organisms.
mathematical modelling
The process of establishing a mathematical representation problem, such as equations, of a real-word to provide insights, discover new features about the problematic scenario, better understand the original problem or to make predictions about it.
mechanics
Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.
optical engineering
Subdiscipline of engineering that deals with the development of optical instruments and applications, such as telescopes, microscopes, lenses, lasers, fibre optic communication, and imaging systems.
pharmaceutical chemistry
The chemical aspects of identification and synthetic alteration of chemical entities as they relate to therapeutic use. The way various chemicals affect biological systems and how they can be integrated in drug development.
pharmaceutical drug development
Drug manufacturing phases: pre-clinical phase (research and tests on animals), clinical phase (clinical trials on humans) and the sub-phases required to obtain as an end product a pharmaceutical drug.
pharmaceutical technology
Pharmaceutical technology is the branch of pharmaceutics which deals with the technological design, development, manufacture, and evaluation of drugs and medicinal products.
physics
The natural science involving the study of matter, motion, energy, force and related notions.
scientific literature
The medium of informing the scientific community, including academic researchers, about the results of scientific research. It constitutes a permanent and cumulative collection of all the findings of scientific research in various fields and at any point in time.
Optional skills and competences 14 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencedevelop components separation processes
Develop new processes using controlled chemical processes in order to perform liquid or gases components separation or to generate electrical currents.
Cross-sector
13 competencesanalyse test data
Interpret and analyse data collected during testing in order to formulate conclusions, new insights or solutions.
design optical systems
Design and develop optical and imaging systems, products, and components, such as lasers, microscopes, optical fibre, cameras, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines.
design pharmaceutical manufacturing systems
Design production control systems which involve all processes from pharmaceutical production process to pharmaceutical stocks with the purpose of providing the correct input for the development of pharmaceutica manufacturing plant software packages.
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design prototypes
Design prototypes of products or components of products by applying design and engineering principles.
develop chemical products
Research and create new chemicals and plastics used in the production of a variety of goods such as pharmaceuticals, textile, building materials and household products.
develop pharmaceutical drugs
Develop new therapeutic products according to the potential formulas, studies and indications recorded during the research process which involved also collaboration with physicians, biochemists and pharmacologists.
draft design specifications
List the design specifications such as materials and parts to be used and a cost estimate.
improve chemical processes
Collect data required to make improvements or modifications to chemical processes. Develop new industrial processes, design new process plants/equipment or modify existing ones.
integrate new products in manufacturing
Assist with the integration of new systems, products, methods, and components in the production line. Ensure that production workers are properly trained and follow the new requirements.
manage chemical testing procedures
Manage the procedures to be used in chemical testing by designing them and conducting tests accordingly.
record test data
Record data which has been identified specifically during preceding tests in order to verify that outputs of the test produce specific results or to review the reaction of the subject under exceptional or unusual input.
use CAD software
Use computer-aided design (CAD) systems to assist in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimisation of a design.
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use chemical analysis equipment
Use the laboratory equipment such as Atomic Absorption equimpent, PH and conductivity meters or salt spray chambre.