Assessment Template For Physicists

Conduct research into physical phenomena, develop theories on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply physical laws and theories.
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Occupation-Specific

Technology Skills
Analytical or scientific software
Questions25
Time Limit15 min

Tasks

  • Perform complex calculations as part of the analysis and evaluation of data, using computers.
  • Analyze data from research conducted to detect and measure physical phenomena.
  • Describe and express observations and conclusions in mathematical terms.
  • Design computer simulations to model physical data so that it can be better understood.
  • Write research proposals to receive funding.

Technology Skills

Analytical or scientific software

CERN Physics Analysis Workstation PAW, COMSOL Multiphysics, The MathWorks MATLAB, Wolfram Research Mathematica

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPoint

Development environment software

Eclipse IDE, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Visual Studio, National Instruments LabVIEW

Graphics or photo imaging software

Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop, GNU Image Manipulation Program GIMP, Ploticus, xv

Object or component oriented development software

C++, Oracle Java, Perl, Python

Worker Requirements

Technology Skills
Analytical or scientific software
Questions25
Time Limit15 min
Skills
Science
Questions20
Time Limit15 min
Knowledge
Physics
Questions25
Time Limit20 min

Skills

Science

Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

Mathematics

Using mathematics to solve problems.

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Speaking

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Knowledge

Physics

Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.

Mathematics

Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Engineering and Technology

Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Computers and Electronics

Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Worker Characteristics

Technology Skills
Analytical or scientific software
Questions25
Time Limit15 min
Skills
Science
Questions20
Time Limit15 min
Knowledge
Physics
Questions25
Time Limit20 min
Abilities
Mathematical Reasoning
Questions25
Time Limit20 min
Interests
Investigative
Questions30
Time Limit20 min
Work Values
Recognition
Questions20
Time Limit20 min
Work Styles
Innovation
Questions20
Time Limit20 min

Abilities

Mathematical Reasoning

The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

Number Facility

The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.

Written Comprehension

The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

Deductive Reasoning

The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Fluency of Ideas

The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).

Interests

Investigative

Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.

Realistic

Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.

Work Values

Recognition

Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

Working Conditions

Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

Achievement

Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

Work Styles

Innovation

Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.

Achievement/Effort

Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.

Analytical Thinking

Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.

Initiative

Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

Attention to Detail

Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

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