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Knowledge Areas

Learn about the most important knowledge areas for Sociologists. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each knowledge area.

Importance*More Info
1.Sociology and Anthropology100
2.English Language84
3.Mathematics69
4.Psychology60
5.Education and Training58
6.Computers and Electronics56
7.Law and Government50
8.Philosophy and Theology49
9.Communications and Media47
Administration and Management47
* Importance out of 100

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Knowledge Area Scores

Sociology and Anthropology
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
100
96
Identify two cultures in a story as being differentWrite a pamphlet about cultural differencesCreate a new theory about the development of civilizations
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
84
78
Write a thank you noteEdit a feature article in a local newspaperTeach a college English class
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
69
73
Add two numbersAnalyze data to determine areas with the highest salesDerive a complex mathematical equation
Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
60
65
Monitor several children on a playgroundUnderstand the impact of alcohol on human responsesTreat a person with severe mental illness
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
58
67
Show someone how to bowlLead a quality improvement seminarDesign a training program for new employees
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
56
56
Operate a VCR to watch a pre-recorded training tapeUse a word processorCreate a program to scan computer disks for viruses
Law and Government
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
50
48
Register to vote in a national electionPrepare documents and title papers for the purchase of a new houseServe as a judge in a federal court
Philosophy and Theology
Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
49
59
Watch a TV program on family valuesUnderstand another culture's religious practicesCompare the teachings of major philosophers
Communications and Media
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
47
53
Write a thank you noteBe a radio disk jockeyWrite a novel
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.
47
57
Sign a pay voucherMonitor progress of a project to ensure timely completionManage a $10 million company