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December 2008
Tools and Technology database updated
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The tools and technology (T2) file provides information on machines, equipment, tools, and software that workers may use for optimal functioning in a high performance workplace. With its 2008 update, over 32,000 tools and technologies have now been identified for 427 occupations.
The O*NET Project welcomes feedback on the T2 database. After reviewing an occupation's current T2 information, you can submit specific suggestions for adding more examples of tools or technology through our T2 feedback process.
Download this file from our Developer's Corner.
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November 2008
O*NET Academy website redesign
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A newly re-designed O*NET Academy website provides easy access to upcoming
webinars, recorded webinars and online courses. The design and
implementation of the Academy will provide you with a new experience. In
addition to other useful materials provided on the Academy, podcasts have
been added as a new feature to better enhance user experience. Visit O*NET
Academy
to explore the site.
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September 2008
New data in O*NET OnLine
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The data collection program provides for regular updates to the O*NET database. In the ninth of these planned database releases, the new and updated O*NET 13.0 production database is used in O*NET OnLine and available to download from our Developer's Corner.
The 13.0 database is a significant milestone for the O*NET Program; over 99% of the 812 occupations now have new and/or updated information.
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September 2008
Browse Career Clusters in O*NET OnLine
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O*NET OnLine's new "Browse by Career Cluster" feature allows users to find O*NET occupations in a cluster or field of work that require similar skills. Students, parents, and educators can use Career Clusters to help focus education plans towards obtaining the necessary knowledge, competencies, and training for success in a particular career pathway.
Visit the "Find Occupations" page in O*NET OnLine to explore this new feature.
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August 2008
Updated RAPIDS Crosswalk in O*NET OnLine
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Finding O*NET-SOC occupations that match other occupational, education, and training codes is made simple through O*NET OnLine's Crosswalk Search feature. Collaboratively with the Office of Apprenticeship, the O*NET project has updated the RAPIDS (Registered Apprenticeship Program Information Data System) to O*NET-SOC crosswalk. The file is available for download from the National Crosswalk Service Center
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Visit the "Crosswalk Search" page in O*NET OnLine to explore this updated crosswalk.
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July 2008
Lay Titles database updated
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A variety of users including Computer Information Delivery Systems (CIDS), Public and Private Workforce Investment Systems, Job Search Engines, and several Department of Labor electronic tools, such as Career InfoNet and O*NET OnLine, utilize these alternate occupational titles to improve their keyword search performance. Download this file from our Developer's Corner.
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July 2008
New wage data in O*NET OnLine
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The Bureau of Labor Statistics has released wage data for 2007. This data is used in OnLine's occupational reports. Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more.
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June 2008
O*NET Database updated
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The O*NET project has just made available the ninth update of the O*NET database. The new 13.0 development release provides a comprehensive update for another 108 O*NET-SOC occupations. Find out more about or download this file from our Developer's Corner.
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June 2008
Emerging Tasks file updated
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An update to the Emerging Tasks database file is now available. You can download this file from our Developer's Corner.
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May 2008
Updated MOC Crosswalk in O*NET OnLine
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Users of other occupational coding systems can find matching O*NET-SOC occupations through O*NET OnLine's Crosswalk Search feature. The crosswalk data for the Military Occupational Classification (MOC) has been updated from the latest release (April 2008) by the Department of Defense. Over 7,500 MOC occupations are linked to related O*NET-SOC occupations to help transitioning military personnel locate appropriate civilian jobs.
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April 2008
Browse Job Zones in O*NET OnLine
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O*NET OnLine's new "Browse by Job Zone" feature allows users to find O*NET
occupations based on the amount of preparation that can lead to succesful
job performance. Occupations have been sorted into five Job Zones based on
similar levels of vocational preparation. Select one of the five Job Zones
to see a listing of occupations with similar levels of education,
experience, and training.
Visit the "Browse by Job Zone" page in O*NET OnLine to explore this new feature.
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April 2008
Other In-Demand occupations in O*NET OnLine
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In-Demand occupations that are found across different industries, including
high growth industries, have now been added to O*NET OnLine's "Browse by High Growth Industry" feature. These
occupations are critical to the economy, are projected to have significant
employment opportunities in the future, or are being transformed by
technology and innovation.
Visit the "Browse by High Growth Industry" page in O*NET OnLine to learn more.
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February 2008
New employment data in O*NET OnLine
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The Bureau of Labor Statistics has released current and projected employment data for the period 2006-2016. This data is used in OnLine's occupational reports and in the Browse by High Growth Industry feature. Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more.
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February 2008
Updated MOC Crosswalk in O*NET OnLine
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O*NET OnLine's Crosswalk Search feature has been updated with new MOC data from the Department of Defense. Over 7,500 MOC occupations are linked to related O*NET-SOC occupations. Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more.
