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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.

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

3.

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

TAUGHT in the program

4.

Identify factual details within text.

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

5.

Follow sequential directions to complete a task.

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught 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.

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

10.

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

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

11.

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

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught 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. MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
14. Select parts of text or visual materials to complete a task.  MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
15.  Read column charts to obtain information. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
16. Locate chart information from a grid or rows and columns. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
17. Cross-reference charted material with text.  NOT APPLICABLE to the program
18. Apply information from tables or graphs to locate malfunctions or select actions. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
19.  Use flow charts and organizational charts to sequence events, arrive at a decision, or problem solve. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
20. Identify components within a schematic. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
21.  Isolate problem components in schematics, tracing to cause of problem and interpreting symbols.  NOT APPLICABLE to the program
22. Identify details, labels, numbers, parts of an illustration, and parts from a key or legend. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
23. Follow sequenced illustrations as a guide.  MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
24. Interpret three-dimensional drawings of objects for assembly
or disassembly. 		 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
25. Determine meanings of figurative, idiomatic, or technical usage of terms, using context clues as reference. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
26.  Make inferences from text.  MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
27. Organize information from multiple sources. TAUGHT 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.
 

NOT APPLICABLE to the program

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. 

TAUGHT in the program
6.

Spell task-related words and abbreviations correctly.  

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught 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.

MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
11.

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

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
12.

Select relevant details for a written communication.

TAUGHT in the program
13. Outline a situation by identifying key ideas and support details.   NOT APPLICABLE to the program
14. Write brief, descriptive accounts of activities or transactions
performed. 		 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
15. State general impressions of an event or situation as they relate to specific reporting goals.  NOT APPLICABLE to the program
16. Summarize events and dialogue in an accurate, complete,
and objective manner.		 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
17. Summarize the major points presented in a written communication. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
18. Generate a written communication according to a specific format (e.g., memo) NOT APPLICABLE to the program
19.  Write a report including necessary support documentation. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
20.  Identify intent, target audience, and essential details.  NOT APPLICABLE to the program
21. Generate a written communication, arranging sections logically. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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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.   

NOT APPLICABLE to 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. 

 MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)
11.

Estimate answers.

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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Math Skills - Fractions

Skill Level
12.

Read and write fractions.  

MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)
13.

Round to the nearest ½ or whole. 

MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)
14.

Arrange fractions in order.

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
15.

Reduce fractions to lowest terms. 

MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)  
16.

Change mixed numbers to improper fractions.  

MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)
17.

Change fractions to equivalent fractions.  

MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)
18.

Add fractions.  

MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in the program)
19.

Subtract fractions. 

 MASTERED prior to enrollment 
(will not be retaught in 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 – Decimials

Skill Level
23.

Read and write decimals. 

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

Round decimals.  

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
25.

Arrange decimals in order.  

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
26.

Add decimals. 

NOT APPLICABLE to the program
27.

Subtract decimals.  

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
28.

Multiply decimals.

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
29.

Divide decimals. 

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
30.

Change fractions to decimals.  

 TAUGHT in 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. 

 TAUGHT in the program
34.

Change percents to decimals.  

 TAUGHT in the program
35.

Change decimals to percents. 

 TAUGHT in 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.

 NOT APPLICABLE to 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. 

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

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
54.

Measure temperature (Celsius). 

 NOT APPLICABLE to 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
71. Find degree of precision/accuracy of calculations and measurements. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
72. Identify significant digits.  NOT APPLICABLE to the program
73. Use the Pythagorean theorem  NOT APPLICABLE to the program
74. Do geometric constructions. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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