Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Mathematics
Using math to solve problems.
Science
Using scientific rules and strategies to solve problems.
Operations Analysis
Figuring out what a product or service needs to be able to do.
Active Learning
Figuring out how to use new ideas or things.
Critical Thinking
Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Coordination
Changing what is done based on other people's actions.
Instructing
Teaching people how to do something.
Physics
Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Judgment and Decision Making
Thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one.
Systems Evaluation
Measuring how well a system is working and how to improve it.
Reading Comprehension
Reading work-related information.
Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Active Listening
Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.
Systems Analysis
Figuring out how a system should work and how changes in the future will affect it.
Monitoring
Keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.