Science
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems. |
| 84 | |
|
| 66 |
| Conduct standard tests to determine soil quality | "Conduct product tests to ensure safety standards are met, following written instructions" | Conduct analyses of aerodynamic systems to determine the practicality of an aircraft design |
  | | |
 | | |
|
|
|
| 69 |
| Read step-by-step instructions for completing a form | Read a memo from management describing new personnel policies | Read a scientific journal article describing surgical procedures |
| | |
| | |
|
|
Quality Control Analysis
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. |
| 79 | |
|
| 66 |
| Inspect a draft memorandum for clerical errors | Measure new part requisitions for tolerance to specifications | Develop procedures to test a prototype of a new computer system |
| | |
| | |
|
|
|
| 67 |
| Count the amount of change to be given to a customer | Calculate the square footage of a new home under construction | Develop a mathematical model to simulate and resolve an engineering problem |
| | |
| | |
|
|
Operation Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. |
| 74 | |
|
| 69 |
| Monitor completion times while running a computer program | Monitor machine functions on an automated production line | Monitor and integrate control feedback in a petrochemical processing facility to maintain production flow |
| | |
| | |
|
|
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. |
| 70 | |
|
| 59 |
| Take a customer's order | Answer inquiries regarding credit references | Preside as judge in a complex legal disagreement |
| | |
| | |
|
|
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. |
| 68 | |
|
| 65 |
| Determine whether a subordinate has a good excuse for being late | Evaluate customer complaints and determine appropriate responses | Write legal brief challenging a federal law |
| | |
| | |
|
|
|
| 61 |
| Keep a monthly calendar of appointments | Allocate the time of subordinates to projects for the coming week | Allocate the time of scientists to multiple research projects |
| | |
| | |
|
|
Writing
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. |
| 67 | |
|
| 64 |
| Take a telephone message | Write a memo to staff outlining new directives | Write a novel for publication |
| | |
| | |
|
|
|
| 59 |
| Adjust the settings on a copy machine to make reduced size photocopies | Adjust the speed of assembly line equipment based on the type of product being assembled | Control aircraft approach and landing at a large airport during a busy period |
| | |
| | |
|
|