Des Moines Area Community College.

Graphic Design Skills Grid

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. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
4. Identify factual details within text. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
5. Follow sequential directions to complete a task MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught 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. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the 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 the program)
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. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
14. Select parts of text or visual materials to complete a task. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
15. Read column charts to obtain information. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
16. Locate chart information from a grid of rows and columns. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
17. Cross-reference charted material with text. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
18. Apply information from tables or graphs to locate malfunctions or select actions. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
19. Use flow charts and organizational charts to sequence events, arrive at a decision, or problem solve. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
20. Identify components within a schematic. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
21. Isolate problem components in schematics, tracing to cause of problem and interpreting symbols. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in 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. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
24. Interpret three-dimensional drawings of objects for assembly or disassembly. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
25. Determine meanings of figurative/idiomatic/technical usage of terms, using context clues as reference. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
26. Make inferences from text. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
27. Organize information from multiple sources. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
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Language Skills

Skill Level
1. Articulate words clearly when speaking. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
2. Make standard English usage choices. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
3. Adjust language level to the audience and the situation. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
4. Spell general vocabulary words correctly. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
5. Write key technical words accurately on forms. TAUGHT in the program
6. Spell task-related words and abbreviations correctly. TAUGHT in the program
7. Write complete sentences. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
8. Punctuate sentences correctly. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
9. Enter appropriate information onto a form. TAUGHT in the program
10. Record essential information in phrases or simple sentences. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
11. Transfer numbers, codes, dates and figures onto appropriate sections of forms. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
12. Select relevant details for a written communication. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
13. Outline a situation by identifying key ideas and support details. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
14. Write brief, descriptive accounts of activities or transactions performed. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the 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 the program)
16. Summarize events and dialogue in an accurate, complete, and objective manner. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
17. Summarize the major points presented in a written communication. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
18. Generate a written communication according to a specific format (e.g., memo). MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
19. Write a report including necessary support documentation. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
20. Identify intent, target audience, and essential details. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
21. Generate a written communication, arranging sections logically. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the 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 the program)
23. Appraise a written communication and make adjustments to improve clarity. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the 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 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. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry)

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 1/2 or whole. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
14. Arrange fractions in order. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
15. Reduce fractions to lowest terms. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
16. Change mixed numbers to improper fractions. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
17. Change fractions to equivalent fractions. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
18. Add fractions. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
19. Subtract fractions. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
20. Multiply fractions. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
21. Divide fractions. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
22. Estimate answers. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry)

Math Skills - Decimals

Skill Level
23. Read and write decimals. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
24. Round decimals. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
25. Arrange decimals in order. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
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. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
30. Change fractions to decimals. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
31. Change decimals to fractions. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
32. Use scientific notation. NOT APPLICABLE to the program

Math Skills - Percent

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

Math Skills - Direct Measurement

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

Math Skills - Computed Measurement

Skill Level
58. Convert from Metric to English units. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
59. Convert from English to Metric units. NOT APPLICABLE to 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. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
65. Use square millimeters, centimeters, and meters. NOT APPLICABLE to 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. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
70. Compute mass from volume and density. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
71. Find degree of precision/accuracy of calculations and measurements. TAUGHT in the program
72. Identify significant digits. TAUGHT in the program
73. Use the Pythagorean theorem. TAUGHT in the program
74. Do geometric constructions. TAUGHT in the program

Math Skills - Statistics

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

Math Skills - Algebra

Skill Level
81. Use exponential notation. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
82. Use algebraic expressions (Ohms Law, gas laws, etc.). NOT APPLICABLE to the program
83. Simplify algebraic expressions. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
84. Solve linear equations. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
85. Have the equivalent of 1 year of High School algebra. NOT APPLICABLE to the program

Math Skills - Trigonometry

Skill Level
86. Use trig tables. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
87. Compute missing angles of triangles using trig. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
88. Compute missing sides of triangles using trig. NOT APPLICABLE to the 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. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
91. Use a calculator for basic operations with fractions. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
92. Use special features of a calculator such as memory and constant. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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Learning Skills

Skill Level
1. Use effective textbook study techniques. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
2. Take competent notes from lecture. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
3. Take tests in objective formats. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
4. Take essay tests. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
5. Locate materials in library. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
6. Plan a reasonable study schedule. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
7. Follow sequential instructions. MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
8. Develop sequential instructions. TAUGHT in the program
9. Make accurate observations. TAUGHT in the program
10. Identify significant similarities and differences between two or more items. TAUGHT in the program
11. Classify or match items by their distinguishing features. TAUGHT in the program
12. Draw logical inferences based on observations. TAUGHT in the program
13. Identify cause and effect relationships. TAUGHT in the program
14. Given a problem, analyze the situation and identify and evaluate possible causes. TAUGHT in the program
15. Given a problem, identify and evaluate alternative solutions and arrive at a workable solution. TAUGHT in the 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 a word processing program. TAUGHT in the program
4. Use a desktop publishing program. TAUGHT in the program
5. Use a spreadsheet program. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
6. Use a data base program. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
7. Use a graphics program. TAUGHT in the program
8. Use a computer aided drafting program. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
9. Use a computer assisted manufacturing program. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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