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Can AI do the work of a University professor?
A syllabus and a test come earlier. Supervising a thesis, examining, and holding a room do not.
It also does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
University professor
24%
AI or a robot can already do 24% of this job.
#85 / 103
View rankingUniversity professor
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Prep materials, tests and rubrics.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 20% | 45% | +9 |
Papers, grants and reviews.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 38% | +6.1 |
Teach and tutor.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 20% | 12% | +2.4 |
Supervise theses and examine.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 15% | +2.4 |
Department meetings and academic admin.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 14% | +2 |
Actually research and choose the problem.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 16% | +2.2 |
| Total | 100% | 24% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- teach class
- mark students
- lesson plans
- teach
- Prep materials, tests and rubrics
- Papers, grants and reviews
- Teach and tutor
- Supervise theses and examine
- Department meetings and academic admin
- Actually research and choose the problem
Sources for this job· O*NET 25-1081.00· ESCO/ISCO 2310
IS WORK OVER?
Plumber
28%↑
#60 / 103
View rankingPlumber
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Cut, thread, or hammer pipes to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, pipe threaders, or pipe benders.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems or components.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Select pipe sizes, types, or related materials, such as supports, hangers, or hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Lay out full scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, or related equipment, according to blueprints.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Attach pipes to walls, structures, or fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, tools, or welding equipment.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, using hand or power tools.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 53% | 28% | +14.8 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- pipes
- blockages
- solder copper
- sanitary ware
- plumbing tools
- types of piping
- replace faucets
- work ergonomically
- prepare copper pipes for use as gas lines
- snap chalk line
Sources for this job· O*NET 47-2152.00· ESCO/ISCO 7126