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Study Guide

Field 143: Technology Engineering 
Test Design and Framework

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The test design below describes general assessment information. The framework that follows is a detailed outline that explains the knowledge and skills that this test measures.

Test Design

Test overview, including duration of test, number of questions, and passing score.
Format Computer-based test ( C B T )
Number of Questions 80 selected-response questions and 1 constructed-response assignment
Time* 4 hours
Passing Score 240

*Does not include 15-minute  C B T  tutorial

Test Framework

Pie chart of approximate test weighting outlined in the table below.

test weighting by number of questions per subarea part 1 of 2.
subareas range of competencies approximate percentage of test
selected-response
roman numeral 1 Fundamentals of Technology 0001to0005 28 percent
roman numeral 2 Communication Systems 0006to0007 18 percent
roman numeral 3 Construction Systems 0008to0009 13 percent
roman numeral 4 Manufacturing Systems 0010to0011 13 percent
roman numeral 5 Energy, Power, and Transportation Systems 0012to0013 13 percent
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test weighting by number of questions per subarea part 2 of 2.
subareas range of competencies approximate percentage of test
constructed-response
roman numeral 6 Content-Specific Pedagogy 0014 15 percent
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Subarea 1—Fundamentals of Technology

Competency 0001–Apply knowledge of the historical and social context of technology.

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Competency 0002–Apply knowledge of problem solving and the engineering design process.

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Competency 0003–Apply knowledge of regulations, procedures, and skills related to ensuring safety in the technology workplace.

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Competency 0004–Apply knowledge of the relationship between business and industry and the concepts and skills required in the modern technology workplace.

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Competency 0005–Apply knowledge of principles, terminology, system design, and issues related to technology education delivery systems and telecommunication.

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Subarea 2—Communication Systems

Competency 0006–Apply principles and processes related to communication systems.

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Competency 0007–Apply knowledge of the selection and use of materials, tools, and equipment in communication systems.

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Subarea 3—Construction Systems

Competency 0008–Apply principles and processes related to construction systems.

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Competency 0009–Apply knowledge of the selection and use of materials, tools, and equipment in construction systems.

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Subarea 4—Manufacturing Systems

Competency 0010–Apply principles and processes related to manufacturing technology.

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Competency 0011–Apply knowledge of the selection and use of materials, tools, and equipment in manufacturing systems.

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Subarea 5—Energy, Power, and Transportation Systems

Competency 0012–Apply principles and processes related to energy, power, and transportation systems.

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Competency 0013–Apply knowledge of the selection and use of materials, tools, and equipment in energy, power, and transportation systems.

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Subarea 6—Content-Specific Pedagogy

Competency 0014–Analyze lesson plans for a technology engineering topic or project, including student work or assessment data. Describe subsequent activities that are evident from your analysis and address the needs of all students.

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