Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Writing
Writing things for co-workers or customers.
Systems Analysis
Figuring out how a system should work and how changes in the future will affect it.
Systems Evaluation
Measuring how well a system is working and how to improve it.
Active Learning
Figuring out how to use new ideas or things.
Communications and Media
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
Critical Thinking
Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.
Complex Problem Solving
Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it.
Reading Comprehension
Reading work-related information.
Service Orientation
Looking for ways to help people.
Speaking
Talking to others.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Judgment and Decision Making
Thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one.
Personnel and Human Resources
Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
Time Management
Managing your time and the time of other people.
Active Listening
Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.
Science
Using scientific rules and strategies to solve problems.
Social Perceptiveness
Understanding people's reactions.
Learning Strategies
Using the best training or teaching strategies for learning new things.
Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.