English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
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.
Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Operations Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine is working.
Critical Thinking
Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.
Active Listening
Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.
Judgment and Decision Making
Thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one.
Quality Control Analysis
Testing how well a product or service works.
Monitoring
Keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements.
Complex Problem Solving
Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it.
Time Management
Managing your time and the time of other people.
Reading Comprehension
Reading work-related information.
Telecommunications
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
Troubleshooting
Figuring out what is causing equipment, machines, wiring, or computer programs to not work.
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.