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Knowledge Areas

Learn about the most important knowledge areas for Sound Engineering Technicians. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each knowledge area.

Importance*More Info
1.Computers and Electronics77
2.Customer and Personal Service71
3.Communications and Media70
4.Fine Arts66
5.Production and Processing53
6.Engineering and Technology52
7.Education and Training49
8.Telecommunications47
9.English Language42
* Importance out of 100

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

Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
77
69
Operate a VCR to watch a pre-recorded training tapeUse a word processorCreate a program to scan computer disks for viruses
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.
71
71
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
Communications and Media
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
70
63
Write a thank you noteBe a radio disk jockeyWrite a novel
Fine Arts
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
66
70
Attend a popular music concertPlay a minor part in a local theater playDesign an artistic display for a major trade show
Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
53
49
Put a computer back into its packing materialsSupervise an appliance assembly lineManage an international shipping company distribution center
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.
52
43
Install a door lockDesign a more stable grocery cartPlan for the impact of weather in designing a bridge
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
53
Show someone how to bowlLead a quality improvement seminarDesign a training program for new employees
Telecommunications
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
47
51
Dial a phoneInstall a satellite TV dish"Develop a new, world-wide telecommunications network"
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
42
40
Write a thank you noteEdit a feature article in a local newspaperTeach a college English class