Automation index
How much of a Seismologist’s job can AI already do?
A catalogue comes earlier. Locating the quake without over-alarming do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Seismologist
27%
AI can already do 27% of this job.
#178 / 633
View rankingSeismologist
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Network, catalogue and the location.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 48% | +8.6 |
Quake, the analysis and the one that does not fit.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
Alert, civil protection and not jumping.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Field, the station and the one that dies.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
The press, the rumour and not scaring.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
Locate, and not over-alarming.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- quake catalogues
- locate quakes
- seismic network
- alerts
- civil protection
- stations
- rumours
- quake analysis
Sources for this job· O*NET 19-2042.00· ESCO/ISCO 2114
IS WORK OVER?
HVAC technician
27%
#181 / 633
View rankingHVAC technician
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Comply with all applicable standards, policies, or procedures, such as safety procedures or the maintenance of a clean work area.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Recommend, develop, or perform preventive or general maintenance procedures, such as cleaning, power-washing, or vacuuming equipment, oiling parts, or changing filters.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Test electrical circuits or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Discuss heating or cooling system malfunctions with users to isolate problems or to verify that repairs corrected malfunctions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 12% | +0.7 |
Repair or replace defective equipment, components, or wiring.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 12% | +0.7 |
Keep records of repairs and replacements made and causes of malfunctions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 12% | +0.6 |
Record and report time, materials, faults, deficiencies, or other unusual occurrences on work orders.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 55% | +2.8 |
Install, connect, or adjust thermostats, humidistats, or timers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 4% | 28% | +1.1 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 50% | 28% | +14 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- refrigerants
- electric heating systems
- hydraulics
- thermodynamics
- fluid mechanics
- domestic cooling systems
- electricity
- electrical wiring plans
- mechanics
- work ergonomically
Sources for this job· O*NET 49-9021.00· ESCO/ISCO 7127