Technical Standards

Standard	Definition	Example of Standard
Critical Thinking Skills	Ability to measure, calculate, reason, analyze, synthesize, and integrate information and solve problems	Ability to make meaningful cognitive connections and analysis of topics between varieties of subjects over several years Synthesize meaning and make cognitive connections, predictions, and interpolations about various parts of labs Evaluate, troubleshoot, and repair equipment by using the scientific method Apply mathematical and verbal/written/reading skills to interpret and solve problems
Mobility/Motor Skills	Able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time Able to perform repetitive physical tasks Ability to perform dexterous manipulative work for several hours doing this work Feel by tough with finger dexterity Complete duties requiring stooping, bending, and climbing	Participate completely in lab activities. Examples might include wiring large and small components into small places. Reaching all parts of the motors and controls and hydraulics/pneumatics boards. Demonstrate the ability to perform equipment-related work activities Manipulation of hand tools and using industry standard measurement tools such as multimeters, calipers, and micrometers
Tactile Skills	Must be able to manipulate and place small components and use appropriate tools Press buttons Able to operate a computer, mouse, and utilize related software Able to lookup technical information	Participate completely in lab activities. Examples might include wiring large and small components into small places. Effectively use a keyboard/mouse or teach pendant Type or use appropriate typing replacement software Drawing using 3D Cad Software Must be able to manipulate small components and tools Soldering
Auditory Skills	Must be able to hear and comprehend instructions, manufacturer videos, and with group/class members Ability to tolerate a wide range of noise which can potentially be loud Effectively hear sounds that indicate potential issues and problems in the machining environment	Motor and circuit troubleshooting Hear instructions in noisy shop and classroom environment Respond to alarms, bells, whistles, and other equipment sounds
Visual Skills	Distinguish between different colors See/read small numbers and labels on components, follow wire diagrams, visually inspect components and systems to test and troubleshoot, as well as follow manufacturer tutorials See meters and gauges Sufficient enough to read books, diagrams, and manuals some of which do not come with online texts	Finding the nominal value of resistors Reading what is written on a small circuit board or piece of equipment Seeing where to place wires on screw terminals on a relay or motor contractor Seeing white to place leads of a multimeter to measure voltage or resistance on both small surface or breadboard components as well as on industrial motors and motor controls Reading which terminal a wire goes on based on what is written on the wire Read MSDS documents Follow PDFs, specialized software, and handwritten diagrams and shematics
Communication Skills	Must be able to read and write sufficient to follow manuals and directions in today’s technical work environments Must be able to communicate verbally (hear/lip-read and speak) sufficient to follow directions, explain a scenario or setup, and communicate questions Appropriate interpersonal interaction with other students, faculty, staff, facility owners, customers, and other technicians	Speak clearly Reading comprehension for manuals and textbooks Reading and writing meaningful notes and homework Comprehension, synthesis, and analysis of technical information Group projects Class participation Asking questions or giving explanations that make sense Taking criticism in a professional and productive manner Being professional and giving meaningful professional critique Ability to interpret and give instructions over a wide variety of topics
Interpersonal Skills	Maintain hygiene and dress requirements appropriate for an industrial and technical environment	Behave professional and give professional critique Group and class labs and work Reading/giving basic social cues and abiding by accepting professional norms Respecting instructors, students, facilities, and equipment
Behavioral Skills	Behave in a professional, safe, and appropriate manner in both dress and action as required by the program Maintaining a work space that is appropriated and actively moving toward quality project completion Does not take risks to endanger equipment or personnel Thinks before they act Respectful to teachers and other learners Follow all rules and regulations	Behaving safely and not roughhousing or playing during labs Being respectful of others and equipment Wearing appropriate PPE and approved clothing Being attentive to task at hand for some dangerous situations Effectively utilizing the time in class to work on assigned tasks Not being easily distracted or distracting others Respecting instructors, students, and equipment