Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Science
Using scientific rules and strategies to solve problems.
Operations Analysis
Figuring out what a product or service needs to be able to do.
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.
Physics
Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.
Chemistry
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Complex Problem Solving
Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Mathematics
Using math to solve problems.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Critical Thinking
Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.
Reading Comprehension
Reading work-related information.
Quality Control Analysis
Testing how well a product or service works.
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.
Coordination
Changing what is done based on other people's actions.
Active Listening
Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.
Persuasion
Talking people into changing their minds or their behavior.
Active Learning
Figuring out how to use new ideas or things.
Operations Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine is working.