Iowa Lakes Community College
Current Students | Future Students | Academic Programs | Alumni & Foundations | Online Services | FAQs | Directories | A-Z Index

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.

TAUGHT in the program

4.

Identify factual details within text.

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

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.

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

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)

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. REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
14. Select parts of text or visual materials to complete a task.  REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
15.  Read column charts to obtain information. REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
16. Locate chart information from a grid or rows and columns. REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
17. Cross-reference charted material with text.  REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
18. Apply information from tables or graphs to locate malfunctions or select actions. REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
19.  Use flow charts and organizational charts to sequence events, arrive at a decision, or problem solve. TAUGHT in the program
20. Identify components within a schematic. REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
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. MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught 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. 		 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
25. Determine meanings of figurative, idiomatic, or technical usage of terms, using context clues as reference. REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
26.  Make inferences from text.  MASTERED prior to enrollment
(will not be retaught in the program)
27. Organize information from multiple sources. REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
Back to top

Language Skills

Skill Level

1.

Articulate words clearly when speaking.

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

2.

Make standard English usage choices.

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

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.
 

 TAUGHT in the program
5.

Write key technical words accurately on forms. 

 TAUGHT in the program
6.

Spell task-related words and abbreviations correctly.  

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

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed 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.   REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
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.  TAUGHT in the program
16. Summarize events and dialogue in an accurate, complete,
and objective manner.		 TAUGHT in the program
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) TAUGHT in the program
19.  Write a report including necessary support documentation. TAUGHT in the program
20.  Identify intent, target audience, and essential details.  REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
21. Generate a written communication, arranging sections logically. TAUGHT in the program
22. Write a brief justification for actions taken and provide good reason for rejecting alternative actions.   TAUGHT in the program
23. Appraise a written communication and make adjustments to improve clarity. TAUGHT in the program
Back to top

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.

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

Do calculations mentally. 

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

Estimate answers.

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

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.

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
15.

Reduce fractions to lowest terms. 

REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
16.

Change mixed numbers to improper fractions.  

REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
17.

Change fractions to equivalent fractions.  

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
18.

Add fractions.  

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
19.

Subtract fractions. 

REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
20.

Multiply fractions.  

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
21.

Divide fractions. 

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
22.

Estimate answers. 

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
Back to top

Math Skills – Decimials

Skill Level
23.

Read and write decimals. 

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
24.

Round decimals.  

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
25.

Arrange decimals in order.  

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

 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
Back to top

Math Skills – Percent

Skill Level
33.

Read and write percents. 

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
34.

Change percents to decimals.  

 TAUGHT in the program
35.

Change decimals to percents. 

 TAUGHT in the program
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 % pf 8?) 

 TAUGHT in the program
41.

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

 TAUGHT in the program
42.

Compute: discounts, markup, tax commission.

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
43.

Compute simple interest. 

 TAUGHT in the program

44.

Compute compound interest.

 TAUGHT in the program
45. Compute percentages mentally. TAUGHT in the program
Back to top

Math Skills – Direct Measurement

Skill Level
46.

Measure to the nearest 1/16 inch. 

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
47.

Use inches, feet, yards, miles.

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
48.

Measure to the nearest millimeter.  

REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
49.

Use millimeter, centimeter, meter, kilometer.   

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
50.

Measure weight to the nearest ounce.

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
51.

Measure weight to the nearest gram. 

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
52.

Measure angles to the nearest degree. 

 NOT APPLICABLE to the program
53.

Measure temperature (Fahrenheit). 

 TAUGHT in the program
54.

Measure temperature (Celsius). 

 TAUGHT 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
Back to top

Math Skills – Computed Measurement

Skill Level
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.  

 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. 

 REVIEWED briefly in the program
(familiarity needed before program entry)
65.

Use square millimeters, centimeters, and meters. 

 TAUGHT in 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.

 TAUGHT in 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.  TAUGHT in the program
73. Use the Pythagorean theorem  NOT APPLICABLE to the program
74. Do geometric constructions. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
Back to top

Math Skills – Statistics