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Knowledge Areas

Learn about the most important knowledge areas for Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each knowledge area.

Importance*More Info
1.Mechanical83
2.Design73
3.Computers and Electronics70
4.Engineering and Technology66
Customer and Personal Service66
6.English Language64
7.Mathematics52
Production and Processing52
9.Education and Training49
Sales and Marketing49
* Importance out of 100

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

Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
83
75
Replace the filters in a furnaceReplace a valve on a steam pipeOverhaul an airplane jet engine
Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
73
58
Draw a straight line 4 3/16 inches longDraw plans for remodeling a kitchenDevelop detailed plans for a high-rise office building
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
70
60
Operate a VCR to watch a pre-recorded training tapeUse a word processorCreate a program to scan computer disks for viruses
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.
66
57
Install a door lockDesign a more stable grocery cartPlan for the impact of weather in designing a bridge
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.
66
45
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
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
64
38
Write a thank you noteEdit a feature article in a local newspaperTeach a college English class
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
52
55
Add two numbersAnalyze data to determine areas with the highest salesDerive a complex mathematical equation
Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
52
51
Put a computer back into its packing materialsSupervise an appliance assembly lineManage an international shipping company distribution center
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
49
49
Show someone how to bowlLead a quality improvement seminarDesign a training program for new employees
Sales and Marketing
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
49
34
Sell cakes at a bake saleCall a list of clients to introduce them to a new product lineDevelop a marketing plan for a nationwide telephone system