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Knowledge Areas

Learn about the most important knowledge areas for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each knowledge area.

Importance*More Info
1.Building and Construction81
2.Mechanical70
3.Public Safety and Security59
4.Transportation58
5.English Language53
6.Administration and Management50
7.Mathematics45
8.Customer and Personal Service44
9.Engineering and Technology41
* Importance out of 100

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

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.
81
64
Choose the proper type of wood for adding a deck onto a houseFix a plumbing leak in the ceilingBuild a high-rise office tower
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
70
61
Replace the filters in a furnaceReplace a valve on a steam pipeOverhaul an airplane jet engine
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.
59
46
Use a seatbeltInspect a building site for safety violationsCommand a military operation
Transportation
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
58
46
Ride a train to workSteer a large freighter through a busy harborControl air traffic at a busy airport
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
53
40
Write a thank you noteEdit a feature article in a local newspaperTeach a college English class
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.
50
40
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.
45
40
Add two numbersAnalyze data to determine areas with the highest salesDerive a complex mathematical equation
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.
44
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
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.
41
42
Install a door lockDesign a more stable grocery cartPlan for the impact of weather in designing a bridge