Holland’s Occupational Interest Areas


Realistic (R) “Doers”
Realistic types like to tinker with machines, work outdoors, be physically active, use your hands, build things, tend/train animals or work on electronic equipment. They may fix electrical things or solve electrical problems, read blueprints, plant a garden or operate machinery. They are practical, athletic, straightforward/frank, mechanically inclined, a nature lover, thrifty, curious about the physical world, stable concrete, reserved, self-controlled, independent, ambitious, systematic and persistent.

Realistic Majors at MWSU:
Biology with Conservation/Wildlife Emphasis
Business Administration-Management: Small Business and Entrepreneurship Emphasis
Communication Studies with Video Production Minor
Construction Management Technology
Criminal Justice
Electronic Engineering Technology
Health and Exercise Science
History with Geography Minor
Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Military Science-ROTC
Physical Education, Athletic Coaching Minor
Physical Therapist Assistant
Recreation Sport Management
Management/Marketing Emphasis or Athletic Coaching Minor
 
Realistic Careers Realistic Campus Activities
Airline/Helicopter Pilot
Athletic Trainer
Automotive Engineer
Building Inspector
Coach
Computer Software Technician
Construction Manager
Electrical Inspector
Electronics Research Engineer
Fish and Wildlife Manager
Geologist
Horticulturist
Manufacturer’s Service Representative
Military Officer
Outdoor Recreation Supervisor
Physical Education Teacher
Plant Engineer
Police Officer
Production Manger
Associated General Contractors of America
Construction Engineering Technology Club
Delta Phi Upsilon (law enforcement)
Griffon Guard
Omega Electronics Association
Student Athlete Advisory Committee
MWSU Wildlife Society
Outdoor Adventure Club
ROTC
Intramural Sports