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. |
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| Use a common household bug spray | Use the proper concentration of chlorine to purify a water source | Develop a safe commercial cleaner |
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Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. |
| 65 | |
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| Replace the filters in a furnace | Replace a valve on a steam pipe | Overhaul an airplane jet engine |
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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. |
| 64 | |
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| Show someone how to bowl | Lead a quality improvement seminar | Design a training program for new employees |
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Public Safety and Security
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions. |
| 58 | |
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| Use a seatbelt | Inspect a building site for safety violations | Command a military operation |
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English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. |
| 58 | |
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| Write a thank you note | Edit a feature article in a local newspaper | Teach a college English class |
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Transportation
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits. |
| 55 | |
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| 39 |
| Ride a train to work | Steer a large freighter through a busy harbor | Control air traffic at a busy airport |
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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. |
| 47 | |
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| Use a crowbar to pry open a box | Calculate water pressure through a pipe | Design a cleaner burning gasoline engine |
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Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. |
| 46 | |
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| Sign a pay voucher | Monitor progress of a project to ensure timely completion | Manage a $10 million company |
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Personnel and Human Resources
Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems. |
| 44 | |
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| Fill out a medical claim form | Interview applicants for a secretarial position | Design a new personnel selection and promotion system for the Army |
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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 | |
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| Choose the proper type of wood for adding a deck onto a house | Fix a plumbing leak in the ceiling | Build a high-rise office tower |
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