Skills
What tool is a wet mount slide used with after it's prepared?
What do zoologists study?
Animals
Which job has the least expected growth rate?
Pathologist
Which is legally required - licensure or certification?
licensure
Which job has the lowest starting rate?
Forensic Scientist - $36,000
While transferring bacteria, how is the bacteria sterilized or killed from the tool?
Flaming the tool under fire
Who do forensic scientists work closely with?
Crime invesitgators / law enforcement
Which job has the most expected growth rate?
Forensic Scientist
What type of degrees can zoologists get for a higher level of their job?
Masters degree or PHD
Which job has the highest starting rate?
Pathology - $252,850
What type of substance is used on an agar plate?
gel-like substance mixed with different nutrients
What is it called when a body is examined after death?
An autopsy
Will microbiology still be prevalent in 5 years?
Yes, likely growing too
Which occupation first trains to be a general doctor and then specializes?
Hematology
What is the correlation between years of education and salary?
Usually positive: more education, more salary
What is the diaphragm of the microscope useful for?
Changing the light intensity
What are some common techniques or tools used by hematologists?
Electrophoresis, complete blood count, centrifuge, blood smear
What is the general job growth for a Clinical Lab Scientist?
An average of 8,900 opening annually from 2023-2033
Which occupation only requires a bachelors degree?
Microbiology
How does the pay of a microbiologist compare to a zoologist?
Microbiologists have a higher average pay
What is the purpose of isolating pure cultures of bacteria?
So scientists can study the growth of one specific type of bacteria
What can a microbiologist's work be used for?
Developing new vaccines, antibiotics, and treatment
Expected job growth for zoologists
4% growth from 2023-2033
What are some companies that Forensic Scientists can get certified from?
ABC, ABFT
What is the last step of education for a Hematologist & Pathologist
fellowship training