ProgramCIP 40.0203

Planetary Astronomy and Science

A program that focuses on the scientific study of planets, small objects, and related gravitational systems. Includes instruction in the structure and composition of planetary surfaces and interiors, planetary atmospheres, satellites, orbital mechanics, asteroids and comets, solar system evolution and dynamics, planetary evolution, gravitational physics, and radiation physics.

Definition from U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics (CIP 2020).

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3 jobs

Astronomers19-2011
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary25-1051
Natural Sciences Managers11-9121

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Knowledge those jobs draw on

English Language3 of 3
Computers and Electronics3 of 3
Mathematics2 of 3
Physics2 of 3
Biology2 of 3
Chemistry2 of 3
Education and Training1 of 3
Administration and Management1 of 3
Administrative1 of 3

How many of the linked jobs rate the area important (O*NET importance 3.5 or more out of 5).