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Knowledge Areas

Learn about the most important knowledge areas for First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each knowledge area.

Importance*More Info
1.Building and Construction80
2.Administration and Management69
3.Mathematics67
4.Mechanical66
Customer and Personal Service66
6.Public Safety and Security58
7.Design57
8.Production and Processing55
9.Engineering and Technology53
10.Personnel and Human Resources52
* Importance out of 100

Score Key
  Importance for success in this profession
  Level of proficiency needed

Knowledge Area Scores

Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
80
72
Choose the proper type of wood for adding a deck onto a houseFix a plumbing leak in the ceilingBuild a high-rise office tower
Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
69
58
Sign a pay voucherMonitor progress of a project to ensure timely completionManage a $10 million company
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
67
60
Add two numbersAnalyze data to determine areas with the highest salesDerive a complex mathematical equation
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
66
68
Replace the filters in a furnaceReplace a valve on a steam pipeOverhaul an airplane jet engine
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
66
55
Process customer dry-cleaning drop offWork as a day care aide supervising 10 childrenRespond to a citizen's request for assistance after a major disaster
Public Safety and Security
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
58
50
Use a seatbeltInspect a building site for safety violationsCommand a military operation
Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
57
55
Draw a straight line 4 3/16 inches longDraw plans for remodeling a kitchenDevelop detailed plans for a high-rise office building
Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
55
47
Put a computer back into its packing materialsSupervise an appliance assembly lineManage an international shipping company distribution center
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
53
57
Install a door lockDesign a more stable grocery cartPlan for the impact of weather in designing a bridge
Personnel and Human Resources
Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
52
43
Fill out a medical claim formInterview applicants for a secretarial positionDesign a new personnel selection and promotion system for the Army