Critical Thinking
Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.
Biology
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Active Listening
Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.
Monitoring
Keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements.
Speaking
Talking to others.
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.
Reading Comprehension
Reading work-related information.
Coordination
Changing what is done based on other people's actions.
Service Orientation
Looking for ways to help people.
Writing
Writing things for co-workers or customers.
Social Perceptiveness
Understanding people's reactions.
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Operations Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine is working.
Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
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.