Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Complex Problem Solving
Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it.
Sociology and Anthropology
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
Active Listening
Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.
Reading Comprehension
Reading work-related information.
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.
Instructing
Teaching people how to do something.
Monitoring
Keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements.
Social Perceptiveness
Understanding people's reactions.
Critical Thinking
Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.
Speaking
Talking to others.
Active Learning
Figuring out how to use new ideas or things.
Writing
Writing things for co-workers or customers.
Service Orientation
Looking for ways to help people.
Persuasion
Talking people into changing their minds or their behavior.
Time Management
Managing your time and the time of other people.
Management of Personnel Resources
Selecting and managing the best workers for a job.
Judgment and Decision Making
Thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one.
Administrative
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.