This major group comprises technical occupations related to natural sciences; technical occupations related to applied sciences and engineering. These occupations come with Training, Education, Experience and Responsibility (TEER) identified as TEER 2. Occupations classified in TEER 2, as those included in this group with a 2 as the second digit of their code, typically require completion of a post-secondary education program of two to three years at community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP; or completion of an apprenticeship training program of two to five years; or supervisory or significant safety responsibilities; or the accumulation of several years of experience in a related occupation found in TEER 3, when applicable (TEER 3 includes occupations with a 3 as a second digit in their code).
NOC : 221
This sub-major group comprises technical occupations related to natural sciences, including technical occupations in physical sciences and technical occupations in life sciences.
NOC : 222
This sub-major group comprises technical occupations related to applied sciences other than engineering, including technical occupations in architecture, drafting, surveying, geomatics and meteorology; technical occupations in computer and information systems; and technical inspectors and regulatory officers.
NOC : 223
This sub-major group comprises technical occupations related to engineering, including technical occupations in civil, mechanical and industrial engineering, as well as technical occupations in electronics and electrical engineering.