CVE Job Analysis & Occupational Information

Question 1

What does SVP (Specific Vocational Preparation) measure in occupational analysis?

Accepted Answer

The amount of time required to learn techniques, acquire information, and develop skills for average job performance

Answer

SVP measures the time required to learn job techniques and develop skills for average performance, ranging from level 1 (short demonstration only) to level 9 (over 10 years of preparation).

Question 2

In the DOT (Dictionary of Occupational Titles) worker function system, which domain does the MIDDLE digit of a 3-digit worker function code represent?

Accepted Answer

People

Answer

In the DOT 3-digit worker function code, the first digit represents Data, the middle digit represents People, and the last digit represents Things.

Question 3

In O*NET, which descriptor organizes occupations by the level of education, related experience, and on-the-job training required?

Accepted Answer

Job Zone

Answer

O*NET Job Zones (1 through 5) categorize occupations by the amount of preparation needed, with Zone 1 requiring little or no preparation and Zone 5 requiring extensive preparation.

Question 4

In the physical demands of work classification, 'sedentary' work requires lifting no more than how many pounds at a time?

Accepted Answer

10 pounds

Answer

Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying small articles such as dockets, ledgers, and hand tools.

Question 5

Which U.S. Department of Labor publication provides physical demand characteristics, environmental conditions, and aptitude requirements for DOT-listed occupations?

Accepted Answer

Selected Characteristics of Occupations (SCO)

Answer

The Selected Characteristics of Occupations (SCO) is a companion to the DOT that provides specific physical demand characteristics, environmental conditions, aptitudes, and temperaments for vocational evaluation use.

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CVE Job Analysis & Occupational Information