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1. |
Recognize common words and meanings. |
MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program) |
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2. |
Recognize task-related words with technical meanings. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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3. |
Recognize meanings of common abbreviations, acronyms, codes, and symbols. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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4. |
Identify factual details within text. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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5. |
Follow sequential directions to complete a task |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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6. |
Determine the main idea of a passage. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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7. |
Use table of contents, index, appendices, glossary, section headings and subheadings. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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8. |
Locate pages, titles, paragraphs, figures, or charts needed to answer questions or solve problems. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry)ewe |
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9. |
Distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information in text or visuals. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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10. |
Skim or scan to determine whether or not text contains relevant information. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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11. |
Cross-reference within and across source materials to select information to perform a routine. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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12. |
Use information entered on a form to complete a task. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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13. |
Combine information from multiple sources that contribute to the completion of a task. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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14. |
Select parts of text or visual materials to complete a task. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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15. |
Read column charts to obtain information. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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16. |
Locate chart information from a grid of rows and columns. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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17. |
Cross-reference charted material with text. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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18. |
Apply information from tables or graphs to locate malfunctions or select actions. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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19. |
Use flow charts and organizational charts to sequence events, arrive at a decision, or problem solve. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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20. |
Identify components within a schematic. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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21. |
Isolate problem components in schematics, tracing to cause of problem and interpreting symbols. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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22. |
Identify details, labels numbers, parts of an illustration, and parts from a key or legend. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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23. |
Follow sequenced illustrations as a guide. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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24. |
Interpret three-dimensional drawings of objects for assembly or disassembly. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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25. |
Determine meanings of figurative/idiomatic/technical usage of terms, using context clues as reference. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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26. |
Make inferences from text. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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27. |
Organize information from multiple sources. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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1. |
Articulate words clearly when speaking. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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2. |
Make standard English usage choices. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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3. |
Adjust language level to the audience and the situation. |
TAUGHT in the program) |
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4. |
Spell general vocabulary words correctly. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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5. |
Write key technical words accurately on forms. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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6. |
Spell task-related words and abbreviations correctly. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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7. |
Write complete sentences. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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8. |
Punctuate sentences correctly. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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9. |
Enter appropriate information onto a form. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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10. |
Record essential information in phrases or simple sentences. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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11. |
Transfer numbers, codes, dates and figures onto appropriate sections of forms. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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12. |
Select relevant details for a written communication. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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13. |
Outline a situation by identifying key ideas and support details. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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14. |
Write brief, descriptive accounts of activities or transactions performed. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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15. |
State general impressions of an event or situation as they relate to specific reporting goals. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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16. |
Summarize events and dialogue in an accurate, complete, and objective manner. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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17. |
Summarize the major points presented in a written communication. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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18. |
Generate a written communication according to a specific format (e.g., memo). |
TAUGHT in the program |
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19. |
Write a report including necessary support documentation. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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20. |
Identify intent, target audience, and essential details. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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21. |
Generate a written communication, arranging sections logically. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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22. |
Write a brief justification for actions taken and provide good reasons for rejecting alternative actions. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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23. |
Appraise a written communication and make adjustments to improve clarity. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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1. |
Read and write whole numbers. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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2. |
Round whole numbers. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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Add whole numbers. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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Subtract whole numbers. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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5. |
Multiply whole numbers. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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6. |
Divide whole numbers. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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7. |
Apply divisibility tests. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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8. |
Use correct order of operations. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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9. |
Recognize prime and composite numbers. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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10. |
Do calculations mentally. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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11. |
Estimate answers. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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12. |
Read and write fractions. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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13. |
Round to the nearest 1/2 or whole. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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14. |
Arrange fractions in order. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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15. |
Reduce fractions to lowest terms. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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16. |
Change mixed numbers to improper fractions. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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17. |
Change fractions to equivalent fractions. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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18. |
Add fractions. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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19. |
Subtract fractions. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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20. |
Multiply fractions. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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21. |
Divide fractions. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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22. |
Estimate answers. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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23. |
Read and write decimals. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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24. |
Round decimals. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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25. |
Arrange decimals in order. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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26. |
Add decimals. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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27. |
Subtract decimals. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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28. |
Multiply decimals. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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29. |
Divide decimals. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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30. |
Change fractions to decimals. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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31. |
Change decimals to fractions. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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32. |
Use scientific notation. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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33. |
Read and write percents. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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34. |
Change percents to decimals. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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35. |
Change decimals to percents. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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36. |
Change percents to fractions. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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37. |
Change fractions to percents. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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38. |
Use ratio and proportion. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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39. |
Compute a percent of a number. EX: What is 6% of 40? |
TAUGHT in the program |
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40. |
Find what percent one number is of another. EX: 6 is what % of 8? |
TAUGHT in the program |
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41. |
Find the base. EX: 8 is 10% of what? |
TAUGHT in the program |
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42. |
Compute: discounts, markup, tax, commission. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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43. |
Compute simple interest. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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Compute compound interest. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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45. |
Compute percentages mentally. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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46. |
Measure to the nearest 1/16 inch. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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47. |
Use inches, feet, yards, miles. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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48. |
Measure to the nearest millimeter. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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49. |
Use millimeter, centimeter, meter, kilometer. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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50. |
Measure weight to the nearest ounce. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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51. |
Measure weight to the nearest gram. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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52. |
Measure angles to the nearest degree. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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53. |
Measure temperature (Fahrenheit). |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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54. |
Measure temperature (Celsius). |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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55. |
Measure perimeter. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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56. |
Measure circumference. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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57. |
Use an architect's/engineer's scale. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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58. |
Convert from Metric to English units. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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59. |
Convert from English to Metric units. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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60. |
Compute areas of squares, rectangles, and parallelograms. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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61. |
Compute areas of triangles. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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62. |
Compute areas of trapezoids. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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63. |
Compute areas of circles. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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64. |
Use square inches, feet, and yards. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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65. |
Use square millimeters, centimeters, and meters. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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66. |
Compute volume of rectangular solids. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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67. |
Compute volume of cylindrical solids. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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68. |
Use cubic inches, feet, and yards. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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69. |
Use cubic millimeters, centimeters, and meters. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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70. |
Compute mass from volume and density. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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71. |
Find degree of precision/accuracy of calculations and measurements. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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72. |
Identify significant digits. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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73. |
Use the Pythagorean theorem. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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74. |
Do geometric constructions. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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75. |
Calculate mean. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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76. |
Find median. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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77. |
Find mode. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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78. |
Construct line, bar, circle, and picture graphs. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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79. |
Interpret graphs. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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80. |
Calculate simple probabilities. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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81. |
Use exponential notation. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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82. |
Use algebraic expressions (Ohms Law, gas laws, etc.). |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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83. |
Simplify algebraic expressions. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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84. |
Solve linear equations. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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85. |
Have the equivalent of 1 year of High School algebra. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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86. |
Use trig tables. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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87. |
Compute missing angles of triangles using trig. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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88. |
Compute missing sides of triangles using trig. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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89. |
Work with non-decimal numeration systems (binary, hexadecimal). |
TAUGHT in the program |
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90. |
Use a calculator for basic operations on whole numbers and decimals. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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91. |
Use a calculator for basic operations with fractions. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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92. |
Use special features of a calculator such as memory and constant. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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Use effective textbook study techniques. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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2. |
Take competent notes from lecture. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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3. |
Take tests in objective formats. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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4. |
Take essay tests. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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5. |
Locate materials in library. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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6. |
Plan a reasonable study schedule. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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7. |
Follow sequential instructions. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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8. |
Develop sequential instructions. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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9. |
Make accurate observations. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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10. |
Identify significant similarities and differences between two or more items. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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11. |
Classify or match items by their distinguishing features. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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12. |
Draw logical inferences based on observations. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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13. |
Identify cause and effect relationships. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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14. |
Given a problem, analyze the situation and identify and evaluate possible causes. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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15. |
Given a problem, identify and evaluate alternative solutions and arrive at a workable solution. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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Operate a microcomputer system. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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Demonstrate keyboarding skills. |
REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry) |
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3. |
Use a word processing program. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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4. |
Use a desktop publishing program. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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5. |
Use a spreadsheet program. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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6. |
Use a data base program. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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Use a graphics program. |
TAUGHT in the program |
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8. |
Use a computer aided drafting program. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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Use a computer assisted manufacturing program. |
NOT APPLICABLE to the program |
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