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Knowledge Areas

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

Importance*More Info
1.Design87
2.Engineering and Technology61
3.Computers and Electronics56
4.Mathematics52
5.English Language48
6.Clerical45
7.Building and Construction43
8.Telecommunications40
* Importance out of 100

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  Level of proficiency needed
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Knowledge Area Scores

Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
87
84
Draw a straight line 4 3/16 inches longDraw plans for remodeling a kitchenDevelop detailed plans for a high-rise office building
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.
61
64
Install a door lockDesign a more stable grocery cartPlan for the impact of weather in designing a bridge
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
56
61
Operate a VCR to watch a pre-recorded training tapeUse a word processorCreate a program to scan computer disks for viruses
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
52
49
Add two numbersAnalyze data to determine areas with the highest salesDerive a complex mathematical equation
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
48
40
Write a thank you noteEdit a feature article in a local newspaperTeach a college English class
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.
45
47
File letters alphabeticallyType 30 words per minuteOrganize a storage system for company forms
Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
43
43
Choose the proper type of wood for adding a deck onto a houseFix a plumbing leak in the ceilingBuild a high-rise office tower
Telecommunications
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
40
36
Dial a phoneInstall a satellite TV dish"Develop a new, world-wide telecommunications network"