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Knowledge Areas

Learn about the most important knowledge areas for Desktop Publishers. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each knowledge area.

Importance*More Info
1.Computers and Electronics70
2.English Language52
3.Production and Processing51
4.Customer and Personal Service46
5.Clerical41
* Importance out of 100

Score Key
  Importance for success in this profession
  Level of proficiency needed

Knowledge Area Scores

Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
70
66
Operate a VCR to watch a pre-recorded training tapeUse a word processorCreate a program to scan computer disks for viruses
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
52
49
Write a thank you noteEdit a feature article in a local newspaperTeach a college English class
Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
51
40
Put a computer back into its packing materialsSupervise an appliance assembly lineManage an international shipping company distribution center
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.
46
42
Process customer dry-cleaning drop offWork as a day care aide supervising 10 childrenRespond to a citizen's request for assistance after a major disaster
Clerical
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.
41
38
File letters alphabeticallyType 30 words per minuteOrganize a storage system for company forms