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Reading Skills Language Skills Math Skills Learning Skills Computer Skills

Reading Skills

Skill Level

1.

Recognize common words and meanings

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)

2.

Recognize task-related words with technical meanings.

TAUGHT in the program

3.

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

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)

4.

Identify factual details within text.

TAUGHT in the program

5.

Follow sequential directions to complete a task.

TAUGHT in the program

6.

Determine the main idea of a passage.

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)

7

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

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)

8.

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

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)

9.

Distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information in text or visuals.

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

10.

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

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

11.

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

TAUGHT in the program

 12.

 Use information entered on a form to complete a task.

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
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. MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
16. Locate chart information from a grid or rows and columns. MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
17. Cross-reference charted material with text.  MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
18. Apply information from tables or graphs to locate malfunctions or select actions. MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
19.  Use flow charts and organizational charts to sequence events, arrive at a decision, or problem solve. MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
20. Identify components within a schematic. TAUGHT in the program
21.  Isolate problem components in schematics, tracing to cause of problem and interpreting symbols.  TAUGHT in the program
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.  REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
24. Interpret three-dimensional drawings of objects for assembly
or disassembly. 		 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
25. Determine meanings of figurative, idiomatic, or technical usage of terms, using context clues as reference. MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
26.  Make inferences from text.  REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
27. Organize information from multiple sources. MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
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Language Skills

Skill Level

1.

Articulate words clearly when speaking.

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)

2.

Make standard English usage choices.

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)

3.

Adjust language level to the audience and the situation.
 

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

4.

Spell general vocabulary words correctly.
 

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
5.

Write key technical words accurately on forms. 

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
6.

Spell task-related words and abbreviations correctly.  

TAUGHT in the program
7.

Write complete sentences   

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
8.

Punctuate sentences correctly. 

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
9.

Enter appropriate information onto a form.

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
10.

Record essential information in phrases or simple sentences.

REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry) 
11.

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

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
12.

Select relevant details for a written communication.

REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
13. Outline a situation by identifying key ideas and support details.   REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
14. Write brief, descriptive accounts of activities or transactions
performed. 		 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
15. State general impressions of an event or situation as they relate to specific reporting goals.  REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
16. Summarize events and dialogue in an accurate, complete,
and objective manner.		 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
17. Summarize the major points presented in a written communication.

REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
18. Generate a written communication according to a specific format (e.g., memo) REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
19.  Write a report including necessary support documentation. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
20.  Identify intent, target audience, and essential details.  TAUGHT in the program
21. Generate a written communication, arranging sections logically. REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
22. Write a brief justification for actions taken and provide good reason for rejecting alternative actions.   NOT APPLICABLE to the program
23. Appraise a written communication and make adjustments to improve clarity. REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
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Math Skills – Whole Numbers

Skill Level
1.

Read and write whole numbers. 

MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)
2.

Round whole numbers.

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
3.

Add whole numbers 

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
4.

Subtract whole numbers.

MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)
5.

Multiply whole numbers. 

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program) 
 6.

Divide whole numbers.

MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)
7.

Apply divisibility tests.   

MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)
8.

Use correct order of operations. 

MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)
9.

Recognize prime and composite numbers.

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
10.

Do calculations mentally. 

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
11.

Estimate answers.

 MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)
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Math Skills - Fractions

Skill Level
12.

Read and write fractions.  

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
13.

Round to the nearest ½ or whole. 

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
14.

Arrange fractions in order.

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
15.

Reduce fractions to lowest terms. 

NOT APPLICABLE to the program  
16.

Change mixed numbers to improper fractions.  

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
17.

Change fractions to equivalent fractions.  

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
18.

Add fractions.  

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
19.

Subtract fractions. 

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
20.

Multiply fractions.  

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
21.

Divide fractions. 

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
22.

Estimate answers. 

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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Math Skills – Decimals

Skill Level
23.

Read and write decimals. 

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program) 
24.

Round decimals.  

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program) 
25.

Arrange decimals in order.  

MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)
26.

Add decimals. 

MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)
27.

Subtract decimals.  

MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)
28.

Multiply decimals.

MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)
29.

Divide decimals. 

MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)
30.

Change fractions to decimals.  

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
31.

Change decimals to fractions. 

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
32.

Use scientific notation. 

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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Math Skills – Percent

Skill Level
33.

Read and write percents. 

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
34.

Change percents to decimals.  

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
35.

Change decimals to percents. 

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
36.

Change percents to fractions. 

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
37.

Change fractions to percents.  

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
38.

Use ratio and proportion. 

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
39.

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

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
40.

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

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
41.

Find the base. (EX: 9 is 10% of what)  

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
42.

Compute: discounts, markup, tax commission.

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught 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. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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Math Skills – Direct Measurement

Skill Level
46.

Measure to the nearest 1/16 inch. 

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
47.

Use inches, feet, yards, miles.

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program) 
48.

Measure to the nearest millimeter.  

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
49.

Use millimeter, centimeter, meter, kilometer.   

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
50.

Measure weight to the nearest ounce.

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
51.

Measure weight to the nearest gram. 

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
52.

Measure angles to the nearest degree. 

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
53.

Measure temperature (Fahrenheit). 

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program) 
54.

Measure temperature (Celsius). 

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program) 
 55.

Measure perimeter

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
56.

Measure circumference. 

NOT APPLICABLE to the program

57.

Use an architects/engineers scale.

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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Math Skills – Computed Measurement

Skill Level
58.

Convert from Metric to English units. 

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
59.

Convert from English to Metric units.

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
60.

Compute areas of squares, rectangles, and parallelograms.  

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
61.

Compute areas of triangles.  

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
62.

Compute areas of trapezoids. 

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
63.

Compute areas of circles.

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
64.

Use square inches, feet, and yards. 

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
65.

Use square millimeters, centimeters, and meters. 

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
66.

Compute volume of rectangular solids. 

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
67.

Compute volume of cylindrical solids. 

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
68.

Use cubic inches, feet, and yards. 

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program

69.

Use cubic millimeters, centimeters, and meters.

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
70. Compute mass from volume and density. NOT APPLICABLE to the program