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Industrial Skills Testing

Hiring or training on important industrial skills? The new Industrial Skills test package covers a wide range of industrial knowledge and skills, making this the perfect product for evaluating trainees and job applicants.

The Industrial Skills test package provides testing on general skills and knowledge, as well as specialized tests covering particular skills such as construction, metalworking and plumbing.

Fast, efficient Quick Assessments are available for specialized skills such as plumbing and electrical work. With The advanced test-making option, you can create tests that include questions from any test product, or combine your own questions with the advanced test items!

Assembly and Matching

This test for Assembly and Matching covers such skill sets as: knowing the use of specific tools, assembling products, matching geometrical figures, as well as determining the knowledge of the tools or machinery to be used in a given job. This assessment also covers general areas of knowledge such as identifying different parts of industrial machinery and naming tools. It is appropriate to administer this test to anyone looking for a position in the industrial field.

AutoCAD 11

AutoCAD 11 is one of the first major CAD programs for personal computers and rapidly became an industry standard. The package is generally used by engineers and architects. This test covers such application knowledge as properties, layer colors and names, circle creation, and dimensions, among others. It is appropriate to administer this test to an AutoCAD 11 user.

AutoCAD 14

AutoCAD 14 is one of the first major CAD programs for personal computers. The package is generally used by engineers and architects. This test covers such application knowledge as properties, layers colors and names, object and grid snap and dimension issues. This test is appropriate for AutoCAD 14 users.

AutoCAD 2000

AutoCAD 2000 is a drawing and design software used by many industries. This exam is intended to assess the knowledge and skill level of the individual trained to use AutoCAD 2000 software. The test covers such topics as the AutoCAD graphics window, drawing settings, coordinate entries, editing objects, assigning attributes and using xrefs.

AutoCAD 2004

The AutoCAD 2004 test is designed to be administered to those with a minimum six months of AutoCAD 2004 experience. The test covers areas ranging from command functions, drawing customization, dimensioning, drawing techniques, design intent, scenario type questions, and finally, new AutoCAD 2004 features.

Basic Arithmetic

The Basic Arithmetic test aims at assessing the test takers ability to manage basic mathematical calculations and estimations. The topics covered include adding, subtracting, rounding, estimating sums and estimating differences. This test is appropriate to administer to applicants that will be required to conduct basic mathematical reasoning and calculations on the job. Paper and pencil may be considered appropriate to provide test takers while administering the test.

Basic CNC

The Basic CNC test aims at assessing the skill level of the test taker in Basic CNC applications. The test is comprised of several different topics ranging from safety, programming abilities and general knowledge of CNC operations and is aimed at those with at least one year of experience in the field.

Basic Electronics

This test covers knowledge of basic electronics. Topics included are electronic theory, components, semiconductor devices, circuits, digital, test and measurement, and schematic interpretation, among others. The questions contained within this test vary between basic, intermediate, and advanced difficulty levels in order to accurately assess the level of experience and understanding displayed by the test taker.

Basic Industrial Math

The Basic Industrial Math test is appropriate for individuals that have completed high school (or equivalent) and have at least one year of industrial work experience. The test is divided into two main sections - that which allows for the use of a calculator and that which does not. The questions focus on general arithmetic skills as well as math use in industrial setting applications.

Basic Industrial Skills

The Basic Industrial Skills test is made up of twenty-five questions related to ethics/conduct, English knowledge, safety and math. This test is geared towards individuals in low-level industrial positions like basic warehousing, assembly line and food production workers.

Basic Injection Molding Skills

The Basic Injection Molding test covers techniques of injection molding as well as industry standards and work related terminology. Specific areas of knowledge tested include identifying machine parts, machine maintenance, operation of press, mold design, math skills, material handling and nomenclature, among others. The test is intended to identify the skill level of the test taker. To that end, questions are presented at varying levels of skill and are denoted as basic, intermediate and advanced.

Basic Ruler Reading - New!

The Basic Ruler Reading test is designed to evaluate basic skills in the use of reading a standard ruler. Topics include reading measurements in quarters, halves, eighths, and sixteenths. For a more difficult ruler reading test, consider evaluating the English Ruler Reading, which incorporates the ability to add and subtract fractions.

Basic Warehousing Knowledge

The Basic Warehouse Knowledge test is designed for general warehouse workers. This test covers topics such as the loading and unloading of trucks and railcars, as well as checking and prioritizing incoming and outgoing loads.

Blueprint Reading

This test covers the test taker's knowledge of non-specific-trade blueprint reading and blueprint symbols. It has a general focus on the construction trades and the blueprints typically associated with construction projects. It contains illustrations that primarily refer to residential construction projects that allow test takers to be assessed on their ability to visually understand the layout and symbols associated with residential construction drawings. It also evaluates the test taker's comprehension of some line types used on construction drawings. The test is appropriate for test takers whose primary tasks include the construction and/or maintenance of residential structures that require frequent referral to a set of blueprints reflecting the desired outcome of the architect or engineer.

Class [A] Automotive Mechanics

Class "A" Automotive Mechanics is aimed at a journeyman mechanic. The test consists of rather difficult questions regarding such tasks as troubleshooting and problem solving--those skills required of an advanced level mechanic. The main difference between a "B" mechanic and an "A" mechanic is that the "A" mechanic should have superior knowledge of how a vehicle operates and should therefore be able to properly diagnose a problem rather readily. This test would be appropriate to administer to those who are looking to function in a class "A" automotive mechanic capacity.

Class [B] Automotive Mechanics

The intermediate or "B" automotive test is intended for someone who has worked on cars and requires very little supervision in diagnosing problems. This person should have experience working with a variety of tools and be able to complete most maintenance and service tasks independently. This test is appropriate to administer to those intending to function in a class "B" automotive mechanic capacity.

Class [C] Automotive Mechanics

The basic or "C" mechanic test is composed of those questions that may be considered common knowledge and is designed to determine whether or not an individual has some mechanical ability as well as some knowledge of tools. This test would be appropriate to administer to those who are looking to function in a class "C" automotive mechanic capacity.

Color Identification

Color Identification covers knowledge of various color-related rules, procedures, codes, standards and practices associated with the electrical industry including the industrial, commercial, and residential arenas. The test is appropriate for test takers who are currently working, or plan on working, in any position in the electrical industry including the distribution and installation of electrical systems. The test's topical areas include the identification of various electrical components such as conductors, devices, hardware, tools and accessories, as well as the wiring methods used in the industry.

Counting

This test is intended to test an applicant's ability to count units. Topical areas include Simple Counting, Geometric-Depth Awareness, and Calculation. The questions are primarily focused for those working in an industrial or warehouse setting, however this assessment may be utilized for a position that requires counting objects.

Electrical Engineering: Electronics and Communications

Electrical Engineering: Electronics and Communications covers the technology and terminology used by engineers working with analog systems, digital computers, and communications. The covered subjects include practical applications of electrical theory, analog and digital design, computer design and application, and communications systems. All questions can be answered by qualified candidates without the use of a calculator or reference book. The test results will help gauge the candidate's suitability for positions in design, manufacturing, systems operation, maintenance, and technical sales.

Electrical Engineering: Power and Control

Electrical Engineering: Power and Control covers the technology and terminology used by engineers working in traditional practice. The subjects herein include practical applications of power and control theory, design of power and control equipment, and electrical construction and maintenance. Most questions can be answered without a calculator or reference book, thereby testing the general familiarity with electrical engineering principles and problems. The test results will help gauge the candidate's suitability for positions in plant operations, consulting, construction, equipment design, and technical sales.

Electricians

Electricians: This test covers all areas of industrial electrical installations and repair. There are some basic questions that require common sense, however the vast majority of questions are technical in nature. This test is appropriate to administer to anyone who is to function as an electrician.

Electronic Schematics

Electronic Schematics covers the most basic electric fundamentals as they relate to the electronics field. The test addresses the basic building blocks of a circuits (resistors, capacitors, diodes and transistors) and schematics. This test is geared toward the person with at least one year of experience in electronics. The questions vary between basic, intermediate and advanced levels in order to reveal the degree of competency in the topical areas.

English Ruler Reading

English Ruler Reading will test the understanding of the English linear measurement system used in conjunction with a standard scale, or ruler. It also tests the ability to add and subtract fractions, which is essential in the proper usage of an English scale or ruler. This test is appropriate to administer to anyone who needs to use or read rulers.

Entry Level Industrial Skills

The Entry Level Industrial Skills test aims at assessing those skills that will allow the test taker to work effectively on the job in an entry-level industrial position. Such skills include basic math and English skills as well as the ability to follow directions and handle ethical considerations while on the job.

Finish Carpentry

Finish Carpentry is based on expertise gained in the field of finish carpentry. Common trade specific terms, techniques, tools and mathematical problems that are used on a daily basis are the subject areas that comprise this test. This test is appropriate to administer to anyone who is looking to function in a finish carpentry capacity.

Flooring Skills

This test for Flooring Skills covers the installation and upkeep of various types of flooring. This assessment addresses such topical areas as water damage, climate acclimation, refinishing, and laying flooring over existing flooring. The test aims at determining whether the candidate possesses a basic knowledge of various types of flooring as well as the ability to identify proper tools and materials needed to efficiently and effectively perform on the job. This test is appropriate to administer to a person working on installing and/or caring for vinyl, wood, tile and carpet flooring.

Food Production

Food Production focuses on knowledge regarding packaging, sterilization, handling, FDA regulations, transporting, and distribution of food. The test is appropriate for test takers who are currently working in the food industry or who are considering a position in the food industry in any of the areas listed above. It tests for knowledge in a variety of food product productions that share common standards with each other regarding rules, laws, processes, and procedures. Product-specific questions are very limited in number.

Forklift Operation

Forklift Operation is appropriate for test takers who are currently operating forklifts or supervise those who operate forklifts. It tests for knowledge and skills used in the safe operation of forklifts, which according to OSHA, includes tractors, platform lift trucks, motorized hand trucks as well as other specialized industrial trucks powered by electric motors or internal combustion engines. It also tests the basic knowledge that forklift operators must possess regarding the equipment itself.

General Maintenance

General Maintenance is based on four different areas of knowledge: plumbing, electrical, carpentry and general maintenance problems (for example, changing light fixtures). The questions are composed of some of the most common tasks in these fields. This test us appropriate to administer to those functioning in a general maintenance capacity.

Hazardous Material Handling

Hazardous Material Handling is based on four areas of concern that are often encountered in handling hazardous materials. These areas are identifying materials, labeling of materials, packaging and shipping. The questions range from basic to advanced and were constructed to reflect the skill level of the test taker in the four aforementioned areas. This test is intended for someone with at least one year of hazardous materials handling experience.

Home Inspection Skills

The Home Inspection Skills test covers topical areas such as potential problems associated with aluminum wiring, methods for inspecting electrical components, as well as the responsibilities often associated with home inspection. This test also covers more general areas such as inspecting roofing systems, electrical systems, structural systems, plumbing systems, and heating systems. This test is appropriate to give to anyone who functions or wishes to function as a Home Inspector.

HVAC

The HVAC test covers a broad range of topical areas such as refrigeration systems, ventilation systems, heat pump systems and HVAC system components. The test also checks for different knowledge levels by asking basic, intermediate and advanced level questions. It is appropriate to administer the HVAC test to those who are intending to function in an HVAC capacity.

Lathe Operator

The Lathe Operator test is intended to assess the skill level of the test taker in CNC Lathe operation. The test is made up of several different aspects of lathe operation including basic print reading, Caliper and Micrometer reading, Part Loading, Offsets, and more. This test was designed for those with at least one year of CNC Lathe operating experience.

Manufacturing Basics

The Manufacturing Basics test assesses the working knowledge of the test taker in such areas as designing for the most economic production method, designing for a minimum number of machining operations and knowing how to specify finish and accuracy no greater than are actually necessary. This test covers the most often used manufacturing processes.

Matching - Alphanumeric

The Matching - Alphanumeric test aims at assessing the test takers visual accuracy in determining whether a set of numbers, some including symbols, are the same or different. This test is appropriate to administer to those people who will be working with numbers, codes, and money on the job, as it displays the ability of the test taker to acknowledge subtle differences between data, whether from error or purposefully made.

Matching - Numeric

The Matching - Numeric test aims at assessing the test takers visual accuracy in determining whether a set of numbers, some including symbols, are the same or different. This test is appropriate to administer to those people who will be working with numbers, codes and money on the job, as it displays the ability of the test taker to acknowledge subtle differences between data, whether from error or purposefully made.

Math & Reasoning Skills

The Math & Reasoning Skills test covers such topics as percentages, multiplication, fractions, word problems, patterns, and comparisons. This assessment would be appropriate to give to any person who needed to use math and/or reasoning skills on a regular basis.

Mechanical Engineering: Machine and Tool Design

Mechanical Engineering: Machine and Tool Design is a broad based test designed to assess the candidate's familiarity with and understanding of machine and tool design fundamentals. All questions fall into the categories of General, Statics, Fluids, Electrical, Materials, or Tooling. The basic category questions are primarily aimed at junior engineers with 1-2 years of experience, engaged in the complete design process, which is supervised by a more experienced engineer, or engineering manager. The intermediate and advanced questions are aimed at more experienced engineers but would provide good instructional topics for the junior engineer.

Mechanical Engineering: Thermodynamics Fundamentals

Mechanical Engineering: Thermodynamics Fundamentals targets certain knowledge sets that are acquired through study and application of thermodynamics and heat transfer. Basic, intermediate, and advanced questions are presented. Some questions target analytic skills while others are directed toward knowledge that is likely to be gained through experience in the field. A calculator might be helpful, but is not required.

Where needed, conversion factors are given and where possible, questions employ units, which make the arithmetic simple. Thermodynamic cycles and plants are covered, as are the first and second laws of thermodynamics. Conduction, convection, and radiation are also included. Questions target knowledge, comprehension, and application of the subject matter. This test would be appropriate for screening candidates for any industry, though some questions might not be appropriate for all industries. It is left to the discretion of those using the test to weigh the significance of each question.

Mechanical Reasoning - New!

The Mechanical Reasoning test evaluates the basic Mechanical Aptitude of a prospective applicant. Topics focus on understanding simple machines, mechanical principles, pulleys, gears, levers, and pendulums.

Metalworking Skills

This Metalworking Skills test is designed to measure the knowledge a machinist is required to have in order to perform his or her duties in today's machine shop. It covers, mathematics, measuring tool use, machine shop procedures, blueprint reading, quality control and material science.

Metric Ruler Reading

This assessment will test the understanding of the Metric linear measurement system used in conjunction with a standard scale, or ruler. It also tests the ability to add and subtract fractions, which are essential in the proper usage of a Metric scale or ruler. This test is appropriate to administer to those who are required to read or use a Metric ruler on the job.

Micrometer & Callipers

The Micrometers & Calipers test aims at assessing the skill level of the test taker in the use and care of digital calipers and digital micrometers. Subject matter herein includes, micrometer and caliper care, hand positioning, micrometer and caliper positioning, and micrometer and caliper reading. This test is appropriate to administer to those with experience using micrometers and calipers.

Plastic Fabrication Skills

Plastic fabrication includes many different processes and techniques. Usually, processes employed in forming plastic parts include, but are not limited to, injection molding, compression molding, blow molding, rotomolding, thermoforming, casting, extrusion, and pultrusion. For the purposes of this test, techniques used in modifying plastic forms are examined. The test is directed to individuals that have completed high school (or equivalent) and have at least one year of plastic fabrication experience.

Plumbing Quality

This test was designed to examine the knowledge level of applicants interested in participating in the plumbing field. Questions were derived from technical information common in the plumbing field which include, but are not limited to; water supply, drainage, calculations, materials, tools, and rough-in specifications. The test is appropriate to administer to those seeking to function as a plumber.

Product Packaging Skills

The Product Packaging Skills test is geared towards general product packagers. This test is not specific to any type of industry. This test is designed to measure general product packaging skills and includes questions regarding packaging process documents, shipping, cost estimates, and blister packaging and equipment.

Quality Assurance Inspection

The Quality Assurance Inspection test covers knowledge of construction techniques, methods, and practices associated with the responsibilities of a commercial quality assurance inspector, including but not limited to, site work, foundation, structural, finishes, electrical and mechanical tasks. This test is appropriate for test takers who are responsible for the quality assurance inspection of commercial construction projects.

Resistor Color Code

The Resistor Color Code test is aimed at assessing the skill level of the test taker in basic resistor fundamentals such as color code recognition, tolerance ratings, and resistor calculations. This test is geared toward the entry level employee but, in order to decipher between more experienced candidates, also includes intermediate and advanced level questions covering these same subject areas.

Rough Carpentry

The Rough Carpentry test is based on design methods gained in the field. Questions revolve around common trade specific terms, techniques, tools and mathematical problems; these are the most common areas of rough carpentry. This test would be appropriate to administer to those who are intending to function in a rough carpentry capacity.

Safety in the Workplace

This is a general test on safety, aimed at determining the prospective associate's general and specific knowledge of safety principles and practices in the industrial and manufacturing environment. It covers basic safety, lifting, machine safety, fire extinguishers, and forklift safety from the pedestrian's perspective.

Shipping and Receiving Clerk Skills

The Shipping and Receiving test is directed at individuals that have completed high school (or equivalent) and have at least one year of shipping and receiving clerk experience. The questions address basic attention to detail as well as math and, finally, expand into general knowledge of real applications experienced in the shipping and receiving environment.

Shop Math

The Shop Math assessment covers such topics as adding numbers, converting decimals to fractions, determining dimensions, converting measurements, and working with fractions. This test is appropriate to administer to anyone working with shop math on a regular basis.

Soldering

The Soldering test is aimed at those who work in a class 2 shop. The subject areas include surface mount, through hole and advanced wire modifications. Most of the answers to the questions are covered in IPC 610C. The rest of the questions can be considered common knowledge.

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Tools and Fasteners

This test covers knowledge of many of the common fasteners as well as some of the fastener terms used in manufacturing, maintenance, and industrial settings. By including a number of illustrations, it allows the test taker to be evaluated on his visual knowledge of fasteners. By combining illustrations with applications, it allows the test taker to be assessed on his ability to match fasteners with applications. A limited amount of fastener tool knowledge is also included in this test. This test is appropriate for test takers who will be exposed to various fasteners used in installation, assembly, maintenance, and repair of equipment, furniture, vehicles, utilities, in commercial, industrial, and some residential environments.

Unit Conversion

The Unit Conversion test aims at assessing the skill level of the test taker in converting common metric units into standard and vice versa. It also tests conversion of units within a single system. This test is appropriate to administer to those that will be expected to convert mathematical units as a part of their every day work.

Weights and Measures

The Weights and Measures [Standard and Metric] test aims at assessing the skill level of the test taker in conceiving of mathematical situations, determining means for finding solutions as well as determining those solutions. Questions are given that will reveal the test taker's understanding and handling of word problems (most of which provide conversion rates), conducting basic calculations as well as displaying knowledge of terminology often used in conjunction with mathematical units and concepts. While a calculator is not necessary to successfully complete this test, it will not aid the test taker unless they are familiar in weights and measures, a calculator may or may not be used, to be determined by the test administrator. This test is appropriate to administer to those working in an industrial environment that will be expected to use calculations in the work place. Note that if you are seeking a strictly conversion-based test, the Unit Conversion test will be a better fit for your needs.

Welding

This Welding test is designed to evaluate the candidate’s general knowledge of the welding industry. Areas covered include stick welding, wire feed welding, Heliarc welding, torch operation, safety, general welding knowledge, and welding symbols.

Wholesale Distribution Knowledge

The Wholesale Distribution test is intended to evaluate the knowledge level of the test taker in Wholesale Distribution functions and procedures. The test covers areas such as economical issues encountered in wholesale organizations, product knowledge, market conditions, and general principles of distribution, as well as vocational skills employed in the work environment.

Woodworking

The Woodworking test is based on the general knowledge an experienced woodworker of two or more years should know. Areas tested include general knowledge of wood and how it reacts to environmental changes, knowledge of commonly used tools and what they are used for, joinery techniques, carcass construction, and finishing techniques. This test is appropriate to administer to persons with one or more years of experience in a cabinet shop, sawmill, or furniture manufacturing plant.

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