Des Moines Area Community College.

Architectural Technologies Skills Grid

Reading Skills | Language Skills | Math Skills | Learning Skills | Computer Skills

Reading Skills

Skill Level

1. Recognize common words and meanings. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
2. Recognize task-related words with technical meanings. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
3. Recognize meanings of common abbreviations, acronyms, codes, and symbols. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
4. Identify factual details within text. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
5. Follow sequential directions to complete a task MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
6. Determine the main idea of a passage. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
7. Use table of contents, index, appendices, glossary, section headings and subheadings. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in 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 program)
9. Distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information in text or visuals. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
10. Skim or scan to determine whether or not text contains relevant information. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in 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 program)
12. Use information entered on a form to complete a task. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
13. Combine information from multiple sources that contribute to the completion of a task. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
14. Select parts of text or visual materials to complete a task. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
15. Read column charts to obtain information. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
16. Locate chart information from a grid of rows and columns. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
17. Cross-reference charted material with text. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
18. Apply information from tables or graphs to locate malfunctions or select actions. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
19. Use flow charts and organizational charts to sequence events, arrive at a decision, or problem solve. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
20. Identify components within a schematic. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
21. Isolate problem components in schematics, tracing to cause of problem and interpreting symbols. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
22. Identify details, labels numbers, parts of an illustration, and parts from a key or legend. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
23. Follow sequenced illustrations as a guide. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
24. Interpret three-dimensional drawings of objects for assembly or disassembly. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
25. Determine meanings of figurative/idiomatic/technical usage of terms, using context clues as reference. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
26. Make inferences from text. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
27. Organize information from multiple sources. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
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Language Skills

Skill Level

1. Articulate words clearly when speaking. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
2. Make standard English usage choices. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
3. Adjust language level to the audience and the situation. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
4. Spell general vocabulary words correctly. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
5. Write key technical words accurately on forms. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
6. Spell task-related words and abbreviations correctly. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
7. Write complete sentences. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
8. Punctuate sentences correctly. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
9. Enter appropriate information onto a form. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
10. Record essential information in phrases or simple sentences. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
11. Transfer numbers, codes, dates and figures onto appropriate sections of forms. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
12. Select relevant details for a written communication. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
13. Outline a situation by identifying key ideas and support details. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
14. Write brief, descriptive accounts of activities or transactions performed. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
15. State general impressions of an event or situation as they relate to specific reporting goals. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
16. Summarize events and dialogue in an accurate, complete, and objective manner. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
17. Summarize the major points presented in a written communication. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
18. Generate a written communication according to a specific format (e.g., memo). MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
19. Write a report including necessary support documentation. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
20. Identify intent, target audience, and essential details. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
21. Generate a written communication, arranging sections logically. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
22. Write a brief justification for actions taken and provide good reasons for rejecting alternative actions. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
23. Appraise a written communication and make adjustments to improve clarity. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in 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 program)
2. Round whole numbers. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
3. Add whole numbers. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
4. Subtract whole numbers. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
5. Multiply whole numbers. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
6. Divide whole numbers. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
7. Apply divisibility tests. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
8. Use correct order of operations. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
9. Recognize prime and composite numbers. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
10. Do calculations mentally. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
11. Estimate answers. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)

Math Skills - Fractions

Skill Level

12. Read and write fractions. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
13. Round to the nearest 1/2 or whole. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
14. Arrange fractions in order. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
15. Reduce fractions to lowest terms. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
16. Change mixed numbers to improper fractions. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
17. Change fractions to equivalent fractions. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
18. Add fractions. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
19. Subtract fractions. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
20. Multiply fractions. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
21. Divide fractions. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
22. Estimate answers. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)

Math Skills - Decimals

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

Skill Level

23. Read and write decimals. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
24. Round decimals. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
25. Arrange decimals in order. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
26. Add decimals. Mat
27. Subtract decimals. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
28. Multiply decimals. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
29. Divide decimals. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
30. Change fractions to decimals. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
31. Change decimals to fractions. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
32. Use scientific notation. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)

Math Skills - Percent

Skill Level

33. Read and write percents. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
34. Change percents to decimals. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
35. Change decimals to percents. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
36. Change percents to fractions. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
37. Change fractions to percents. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
38. Use ratio and proportion. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
39. Compute a percent of a number. EX: What is 6% of 40? MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
40. Find what percent one number is of another. EX: 6 is what % of 8? MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
41. Find the base. EX: 8 is 10% of what? MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
42. Compute: discounts, markup, tax, commission. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
43. Compute simple interest. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
44. Compute compound interest. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
45. Compute percentages mentally. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)

Math Skills - Direct Measurement

Skill Level

46. Measure to the nearest 1/16 inch. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
47. Use inches, feet, yards, miles. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
48. Measure to the nearest millimeter. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
49. Use millimeter, centimeter, meter, kilometer. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
50. Measure weight to the nearest ounce. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
51. Measure weight to the nearest gram. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
52. Measure angles to the nearest degree. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
53. Measure temperature (Fahrenheit). MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
54. Measure temperature (Celsius). MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
55. Measure perimeter. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
56. Measure circumference. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
57. Use an architect's/engineer's scale. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)

Math Skills - Computed Measurement

Skill Level

58. Convert from Metric to English units. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
59. Convert from English to Metric units. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
60. Compute areas of squares, rectangles, and parallelograms. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
61. Compute areas of triangles. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
62. Compute areas of trapezoids. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
63. Compute areas of circles. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
64. Use square inches, feet, and yards. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
65. Use square millimeters, centimeters, and meters. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
66. Compute volume of rectangular solids. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
67. Compute volume of cylindrical solids. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
68. Use cubic inches, feet, and yards. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
69. Use cubic millimeters, centimeters, and meters. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
70. Compute mass from volume and density. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
71. Find degree of precision/accuracy of calculations and measurements. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
72. Identify significant digits. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
73. Use the Pythagorean theorem. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
74. Do geometric constructions. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)

Math Skills - Statistics

Skill Level

75. Calculate mean. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
76. Find median. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
77. Find mode. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
78. Construct line, bar, circle, and picture graphs. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
79. Interpret graphs. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
80. Calculate simple probabilities. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)

Math Skills - Algebra

Skill Level

81. Use exponential notation. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
82. Use algebraic expressions (Ohms Law, gas laws, etc.). MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
83. Simplify algebraic expressions. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
84. Solve linear equations. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
85. Have the equivalent of 1 year of High School algebra. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)

Math Skills - Trigonometry

Skill Level

86. Use trig tables. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
87. Compute missing angles of triangles using trig. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
88. Compute missing sides of triangles using trig. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)

Math Skills - Miscellaneous

Skill Level

89. Work with non-decimal numeration systems (binary, hexadecimal). NOT APPLICABLE to the program
90. Use a calculator for basic operations on whole numbers and decimals. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
91. Use a calculator for basic operations with fractions. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
92. Use special features of a calculator such as memory and constant. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
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Learning Skills

Skill Level

1. Use effective textbook study techniques. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
2. Take competent notes from lecture. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
3. Take tests in objective formats. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
4. Take essay tests. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
5. Locate materials in library. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
6. Plan a reasonable study schedule. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
7. Follow sequential instructions. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
8. Develop sequential instructions. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
9. Make accurate observations. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
10. Identify significant similarities and differences between two or more items. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
11. Classify or match items by their distinguishing features. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
12. Draw logical inferences based on observations. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program)
13. Identify cause and effect relationships. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
14. Given a problem, analyze the situation and identify and evaluate possible causes. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
15. Given a problem, identify and evaluate alternative solutions and arrive at a workable solution. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in program)
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Computer Skills

Skill Level

1. Operate a microcomputer system. TAUGHT in the program
2. Demonstrate keyboarding skills. TAUGHT in the program
3. Use Microsoft Windows (e.g. start programs, manage files and folders, resize windows). REVIEWED in the program
4.. Use a word processing program. TAUGHT in the program
5.. Use a desktop publishing program. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
6.. Use a spreadsheet program. TAUGHT in the program
7.. Use a data base program. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
8.. Use a graphics program. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
9.. Use a computer aided drafting program. TAUGHT in the program
10. Use a computer assisted manufacturing program. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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