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Knowledge Areas

Learn about the most important knowledge areas for Mates- Ship, Boat, and Barge. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each knowledge area.

Importance*More Info
1.Transportation70
2.Psychology61
3.Public Safety and Security57
4.Computers and Electronics45
5.Mechanical43
Customer and Personal Service43
7.Education and Training42
Administration and Management42
* Importance out of 100

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

Transportation
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
70
60
Ride a train to workSteer a large freighter through a busy harborControl air traffic at a busy airport
Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
61
58
Know the capital of the United StatesIdentify Turkey on a world map"Develop a map of the world showing mountains, deserts, and rivers"
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.
57
48
Use a seatbeltInspect a building site for safety violationsCommand a military operation
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
45
46
Operate a VCR to watch a pre-recorded training tapeUse a word processorCreate a program to scan computer disks for viruses
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
43
37
Replace the filters in a furnaceReplace a valve on a steam pipeOverhaul an airplane jet engine
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.
43
37
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
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.
42
40
Show someone how to bowlLead a quality improvement seminarDesign a training program for new employees
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.
42
34
Sign a pay voucherMonitor progress of a project to ensure timely completionManage a $10 million company