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244632 · OSCA 2024

Botanist

Classification
Occupation
Skill level
1
Major group
Professionals

Classification

Major group
2Professionals

Description

Studies the anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and ecology of plants.

Specialisations

  • Plant Pathologist

Unit group

2446 · Life Scientists

Description

Study the anatomy, physiology, characteristics and behaviour of animals, plants, insects and other living organisms to better understand how living organisms function and interact with each other and the environment in which they live, and to develop and improve biotechnological products and processes.

Skill level

Australia

1

Occupation skill level 1

Tasks

Tasks include

  • Studies and researches the life cycle of plants
  • Identifies, classifies and records plant species
  • Identifies and studies diseases and disorders of plants
  • Studies, researches and assesses the effect of environmental factors on plant growth and distribution
  • Manages botanical collections
  • Monitors plant populations and their distribution

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