1.

Recognize common words and meanings.

MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

2.

Recognize task-related words with technical meanings.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

3.

Recognize meanings of common abbreviations, acronyms, codes, and symbols.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

4.

Identify factual details within text.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

5.

Follow sequential directions to complete a task

MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

6.

Determine the main idea of a passage.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

7.

Use table of contents, index, appendices, glossary, section headings and subheadings.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

8.

Locate pages, titles, paragraphs, figures, or charts needed to answer questions or solve problems.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

9.

Distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information in text or visuals.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

10.

Skim or scan to determine whether or not text contains relevant information.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

11.

Cross-reference within and across source materials to select information to perform a routine.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

12.

Use information entered on a form to complete a task.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

13.

Combine information from multiple sources that contribute to the completion of a task.

TAUGHT in the program

14.

Select parts of text or visual materials to complete a task.

TAUGHT in the program

15.

Read column charts to obtain information.

TAUGHT in the program

16.

Locate chart information from a grid of rows and columns.

TAUGHT in the program

17.

Cross-reference charted material with text.

TAUGHT in the program

18.

Apply information from tables or graphs to locate malfunctions or select actions.

TAUGHT in the program

19.

Use flow charts and organizational charts to sequence events, arrive at a decision, or problem solve.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

20.

Identify components within a schematic.

TAUGHT in the program

21.

Isolate problem components in schematics, tracing to cause of problem and interpreting symbols.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

22.

Identify details, labels numbers, parts of an illustration, and parts from a key or legend.

TAUGHT in the program

23.

Follow sequenced illustrations as a guide.

TAUGHT in the program

24.

Interpret three-dimensional drawings of objects for assembly or disassembly.

TAUGHT in the program

25.

Determine meanings of figurative/idiomatic/technical usage of terms, using context clues as reference.

TAUGHT in the program

26.

Make inferences from text.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

27.

Organize information from multiple sources.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

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1.

Articulate words clearly when speaking.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

2.

Make standard English usage choices.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

3.

Adjust language level to the audience and the situation.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

4.

Spell general vocabulary words correctly.

MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

5.

Write key technical words accurately on forms.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

6.

Spell task-related words and abbreviations correctly.

TAUGHT in the program

7.

Write complete sentences.

TAUGHT in the program

8.

Punctuate sentences correctly.

TAUGHT in the program

9.

Enter appropriate information onto a form.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

10.

Record essential information in phrases or simple sentences.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

11.

Transfer numbers, codes, dates and figures onto appropriate sections of forms.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

12.

Select relevant details for a written communication.

TAUGHT in the program

13.

Outline a situation by identifying key ideas and support details.

TAUGHT in the program

14.

Write brief, descriptive accounts of activities or transactions performed.

TAUGHT in the program

15.

State general impressions of an event or situation as they relate to specific reporting goals.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

16.

Summarize events and dialogue in an accurate, complete, and objective manner.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

17.

Summarize the major points presented in a written communication.

TAUGHT in the program

18.

Generate a written communication according to a specific format (e.g., memo).

TAUGHT in the program

19.

Write a report including necessary support documentation.

TAUGHT in the program

20.

Identify intent, target audience, and essential details.

TAUGHT in the program

21.

Generate a written communication, arranging sections logically.

TAUGHT in the program

22.

Write a brief justification for actions taken and provide good reasons for rejecting alternative actions.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

23.

Appraise a written communication and make adjustments to improve clarity.

TAUGHT in the program

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- Whole Numbers

1.

Read and write whole numbers.

MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

2.

Round whole numbers.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

3.

Add whole numbers.

MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

4.

Subtract whole numbers.

MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

5.

Multiply whole numbers.

MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

6.

Divide whole numbers.

MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

7.

Apply divisibility tests.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

8.

Use correct order of operations.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

9.

Recognize prime and composite numbers.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

10.

Do calculations mentally.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

11.

Estimate answers.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

 - Fractions

12.

Read and write fractions.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

13.

Round to the nearest 1/2 or whole.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

14.

Arrange fractions in order.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

15.

Reduce fractions to lowest terms.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

16.

Change mixed numbers to improper fractions.

TAUGHT in the program

17.

Change fractions to equivalent fractions.

TAUGHT in the program

18.

Add fractions.

TAUGHT in the program

19.

Subtract fractions.

TAUGHT in the program

20.

Multiply fractions.

TAUGHT in the program

21.

Divide fractions.

TAUGHT in the program

22.

Estimate answers.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

 - Decimals

23.

Read and write decimals.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

24.

Round decimals.

TAUGHT in the program

25.

Arrange decimals in order.

TAUGHT in the program

26.

Add decimals.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

27.

Subtract decimals.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

28.

Multiply decimals.

TAUGHT in the program

29.

Divide decimals.

TAUGHT in the program

30.

Change fractions to decimals.

TAUGHT in the program

31.

Change decimals to fractions.

TAUGHT in the program

32.

Use scientific notation.

TAUGHT in the program

 - Percent

33.

Read and write percents.

TAUGHT in the program

34.

Change percents to decimals.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

35.

Change decimals to percents.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

36.

Change percents to fractions.

TAUGHT in the program

37.

Change fractions to percents.

TAUGHT in the program

38.

Use ratio and proportion.

TAUGHT in the program

39.

Compute a percent of a number. EX: What is 6% of 40?

TAUGHT in the program

40.

Find what percent one number is of another. EX: 6 is what % of 8?

TAUGHT in the program

41.

Find the base. EX: 8 is 10% of what?

TAUGHT in the program

42.

Compute: discounts, markup, tax, commission.

TAUGHT in the program

43.

Compute simple interest.

NOT APPLICABLE to the program

44

Compute compound interest.

NOT APPLICABLE to the program

45.

Compute percentages mentally.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

 - Direct Measurement

46.

Measure to the nearest 1/16 inch.

TAUGHT in the program

47.

Use inches, feet, yards, miles.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

48.

Measure to the nearest millimeter.

TAUGHT in the program

49.

Use millimeter, centimeter, meter, kilometer.

TAUGHT in the program

50.

Measure weight to the nearest ounce.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

51.

Measure weight to the nearest gram.

TAUGHT in the program

52.

Measure angles to the nearest degree.

TAUGHT in the program

53.

Measure temperature (Fahrenheit).

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

54.

Measure temperature (Celsius).

TAUGHT in the program

55.

Measure perimeter.

TAUGHT in the program

56.

Measure circumference.

TAUGHT in the program

57.

Use an architect's/engineer's scale.

TAUGHT in the program

 - Computed Measurement

58.

Convert from Metric to English units.

TAUGHT in the program

59.

Convert from English to Metric units.

TAUGHT in the program

60.

Compute areas of squares, rectangles, and parallelograms.

TAUGHT in the program

61.

Compute areas of triangles.

TAUGHT in the program

62.

Compute areas of trapezoids.

TAUGHT in the program

63.

Compute areas of circles.

TAUGHT in the program

64.

Use square inches, feet, and yards.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

65.

Use square millimeters, centimeters, and meters.

TAUGHT in the program

66.

Compute volume of rectangular solids.

TAUGHT in the program

67.

Compute volume of cylindrical solids.

TAUGHT in the program

68.

Use cubic inches, feet, and yards.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

69.

Use cubic millimeters, centimeters, and meters.

TAUGHT in the program

70.

Compute mass from volume and density.

TAUGHT in the program

71.

Find degree of precision/accuracy of calculations and measurements.

TAUGHT in the program

72.

Identify significant digits.

TAUGHT in the program

73.

Use the Pythagorean theorem.

TAUGHT in the program

74.

Do geometric constructions.

TAUGHT in the program

 - Statistics

75.

Calculate mean.

NOT APPLICABLE to the program

76.

Find median.

NOT APPLICABLE to the program

77.

Find mode.

NOT APPLICABLE to the program

78.

Construct line, bar, circle, and picture graphs.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

79.

Interpret graphs.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

80.

Calculate simple probabilities.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

 - Algebra

81.

Use exponential notation.

TAUGHT in the program

82.

Use algebraic expressions (Ohms Law, gas laws, etc.).

TAUGHT in the program

83.

Simplify algebraic expressions.

TAUGHT in the program

84.

Solve linear equations.

TAUGHT in the program

85.

Have the equivalent of 1 year of High School algebra.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

 - Trigonometry

86.

Use trig tables.

TAUGHT in the program

87.

Compute missing angles of triangles using trig.

TAUGHT in the program

88.

Compute missing sides of triangles using trig.

TAUGHT in the program

 - Miscellaneous

89.

Work with non-decimal numeration systems (binary, hexadecimal).

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

90.

Use a calculator for basic operations on whole numbers and decimals.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

91.

Use a calculator for basic operations with fractions.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

92.

Use special features of a calculator such as memory and constant.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

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1.

Use effective textbook study techniques.

TAUGHT in the program

2.

Take competent notes from lecture.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

3.

Take tests in objective formats.

TAUGHT in the program

4.

Take essay tests.

TAUGHT in the program

5.

Locate materials in library.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

6.

Plan a reasonable study schedule.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

7.

Follow sequential instructions.

MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

8.

Develop sequential instructions.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

9.

Make accurate observations.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

10.

Identify significant similarities and differences between two or more items.

MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

11.

Classify or match items by their distinguishing features.

REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

12.

Draw logical inferences based on observations.

TAUGHT in the program

13.

Identify cause and effect relationships.

TAUGHT in the program

14.

Given a problem, analyze the situation and identify and evaluate possible causes.

TAUGHT in the program

15.

Given a problem, identify and evaluate alternative solutions and arrive at a workable solution.

TAUGHT in the program

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1.

Operate a microcomputer system.

MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

2.

Demonstrate keyboarding skills.

MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

3.

Use a word processing program.

TAUGHT in the program

4.

Use a desktop publishing program.

TAUGHT in the program

5.

Use a spreadsheet program.

NOT APPLICABLE to the program

6.

Use a data base program.

NOT APPLICABLE to the program

7.

Use a graphics program.

TAUGHT in the program

8.

Use a computer aided drafting program.

TAUGHT in the program

9.

Use a computer assisted manufacturing program.

NOT APPLICABLE to the program

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