Question

pathways:

1. select four occupations within these pathways that you would consider as a future career.

occupation #1:
occupation #2:
occupation #3:
occupation #4:
comparison chart activity:
create a table that compares information about your chosen occupations side - by - side. include 4 rows to indicate each of your occupations, and 5 columns for details about each occupations median salary, education, responsibilities, knowledge, and skills. emphasize the differences and similarities between the occupations by using color - coding, icons, or by writing in the margins -- get creative!

Explanation:

The table compares the four selected occupations across the required categories, with similarities (technical skills focus, hands-on work) noted, and differences highlighted in education, salary, and specific responsibilities.

Answer:

Occupation	Median Salary	Education	Responsibilities	Knowledge	Skills
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairer	$47,940 (U.S. BLS 2022)	High school diploma + vocational training/apprenticeship	Repair and maintain electric motors, power tools, and industrial electrical equipment	Electrical circuits, motor mechanics, safety codes	Wiring, motor disassembly/assembly, use of multimeters
Fishing Supervisors of Mechanics (Marine Mechanics Supervisor)	$54,410 (U.S. BLS 2022, marine mechanics lead)	High school diploma + marine mechanics certification, 2-5 years experience	Oversee repair and maintenance of fishing vessel engines, navigation, and deck equipment; manage a small team	Marine engine systems, vessel hydraulics, maritime safety	Leadership, marine engine repair, inventory management
Maintenance and Repair Worker (General)	$46,850 (U.S. BLS 2022)	High school diploma + on-the-job training	Perform general upkeep of buildings, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems; minor repairs	Basic plumbing/electrical, building systems, safety protocols	Carpentry, basic wiring, troubleshooting, equipment operation

*Similarities (marked in margin): All roles require hands-on technical work, troubleshooting skills, and focus on repair/maintenance.
*Differences (marked in margin): Marine mechanic supervisor needs leadership experience; general maintenance has broader, less specialized tasks; ATM/office machine repair requires more customer-facing work; electric motor repair has a focus on industrial electrical systems.