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Knowledge Areas

Learn about the most important knowledge areas for Office Machine Operators, Except Computer. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each knowledge area.

Importance*More Info
1.English Language71
2.Production and Processing66
Customer and Personal Service66
4.Computers and Electronics63
5.Administration and Management53
6.Mathematics49
7.Education and Training45
8.Design42
9.Clerical41
* Importance out of 100

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

Knowledge Area Scores

English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
71
52
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.
66
58
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.
66
52
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
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
63
66
Operate a VCR to watch a pre-recorded training tapeUse a word processorCreate a program to scan computer disks for viruses
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.
53
39
Sign a pay voucherMonitor progress of a project to ensure timely completionManage a $10 million company
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
49
41
Add two numbersAnalyze data to determine areas with the highest salesDerive a complex mathematical equation
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.
45
42
Show someone how to bowlLead a quality improvement seminarDesign a training program for new employees
Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
42
40
Draw a straight line 4 3/16 inches longDraw plans for remodeling a kitchenDevelop detailed plans for a high-rise office building
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
40
File letters alphabeticallyType 30 words per minuteOrganize a storage system for company forms