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 Learning
Figuring out how to use new ideas or things.
Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Reading Comprehension
Reading work-related information.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
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.
Systems Evaluation
Measuring how well a system is working and how to improve it.
Systems Analysis
Figuring out how a system should work and how changes in the future will affect it.
Judgment and Decision Making
Thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one.
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.
Writing
Writing things for co-workers or customers.
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.
Complex Problem Solving
Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it.
Active Listening
Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.
Speaking
Talking to others.
Critical Thinking
Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.
Monitoring
Keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements.
Social Perceptiveness
Understanding people's reactions.
Persuasion
Talking people into changing their minds or their behavior.