3154-Air Traffic Controllers

Job Title: 

Air Traffic Controllers

Job Description: 

Air traffic controllers direct aircraft movements in airspace and on the ground, using radio, radar and lighting systems, and provide information relevant to the operation of aircraft.

Tasks: 

Applying knowledge of principles and practices of air traffic control in order to identify and solve problems arising in the course of their work

Linked Education ( CESM Codes ) : 

801 - Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
1403 - Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology

Specific Occupations: 

315401 - Air Traffic Controller
Description : Ensures the safe and efficient movement of aircraft in controlled airspace and aerodromes by directing aircraft movements.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No
Specializations : Aerodrome Controller, Air Traffic Service Operator

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Source Of Info: 

Source : Organising Framework for Occupations (OFO) 2013, Department of Higher Education and Training, Republic of South Africa