Des Moines Area Community College.

Welding Skills Grid

Reading Skills

Skill Level

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

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Language Skills

Skill Level

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

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Math Skills - Whole Numbers

Skill Level

1. Read and write whole numbers. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
2. Round whole numbers. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
3. Add whole numbers. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
4. Subtract whole numbers. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
5. Multiply whole numbers. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
6. Divide whole numbers. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
7. Apply divisibility tests. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
8. Use correct order of operations. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
9. Recognize prime and composite numbers. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
10. Do calculations mentally. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
11. Estimate answers. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

Math Skills - Fractions

Skill Level

12. Read and write fractions. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
13. Round to the nearest 1/2 or whole. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
14. Arrange fractions in order. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
15. Reduce fractions to lowest terms. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
16. Change mixed numbers to improper fractions. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
17. Change fractions to equivalent fractions. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
18. Add fractions. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
19. Subtract fractions. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
20. Multiply fractions. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
21. Divide fractions. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
22. Estimate answers. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

Math Skills - Decimals

Skill Level

23. Read and write decimals. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
24. Round decimals. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
25. Arrange decimals in order. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
26. Add decimals. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
27. Subtract decimals. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
28. Multiply decimals. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
29. Divide decimals. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
30. Change fractions to decimals. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
31. Change decimals to fractions. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
32. Use scientific notation. NOT APPLICABLE to the program

Math Skills - Percent

Skill Level

33. Read and write percents. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
34. Change percents to decimals. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
35. Change decimals to percents. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
36. Change percents to fractions. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
37. Change fractions to percents. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
38. Use ratio and proportion. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
39. Compute a percent of a number. EX: What is 6% of 40? REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
40. Find what percent one number is of another. EX: 6 is what % of 8? REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
41. Find the base. EX: 8 is 10% of what? REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
42. Compute: discounts, markup, tax, commission. NOT APPLICABLE to 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 (will not be retaught in the program)
47. Use inches, feet, yards, miles. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
48. Measure to the nearest millimeter. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
49. Use millimeter, centimeter, meter, kilometer. MASTERED (will not be retaught in 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. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
53. Measure temperature (Fahrenheit). MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
54. Measure temperature (Celsius). MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
55. Measure perimeter. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
56. Measure circumference. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
57. Use an architect's/engineer's scale. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

Math Skills - Computed Measurement

Skill Level

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

Math Skills - Statistics

Skill Level

75. Calculate mean. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
76. Find median. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
77. Find mode. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
78. Construct line, bar, circle, and picture graphs. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
79. Interpret graphs. NOT APPLICABLE to 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.). MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
83. Simplify algebraic expressions. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
84. Solve linear equations. MASTERED (will not be retaught in 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 (will not be retaught in the program)
91. Use a calculator for basic operations with fractions. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
92. Use special features of a calculator such as memory and constant. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)

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Learning Skills

Skill Level

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

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Computer Skills

Skill Level

1. Operate a microcomputer system. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
2. Demonstrate keyboarding skills. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
3. Use a word processing program. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
4. Use a desktop publishing program. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
5. Use a spreadsheet program. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
6. Use a data base program. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
7. Use a graphics program. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
8. Use a computer aided drafting program. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
9. Use a computer assisted manufacturing program. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
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