Essential Knowledge and Skills

Other Connecticut CTE sets

• Design and Development (Grades 6-8)
• Impact of Technology (Grades 6-8)
• Nature of Technology (6-8)
• Agricultural Education
• Architecture Technology (Grades 9-12)
• Automotive Technology (Grades 9-12)
• Building Construction (Grades 9-12)
• Business and Finance Technology (Grades 9-12)
• Communication (Grades 9-12)
• Computer Aided Drafting and Design (Grades 9-12)
• Cooperative Work Education
• Digital Video Production (Grades 9-12)
• Engineering Technology (Grades 9-12)
• Family and Consumer Sciences (Grades 9-12)
• Graphic Design Technology (Grades 9-12)
• Manufacturing (Grades 9-12)
• Marketing Education
• Medical Career Education
• Technology Education
• Transportation Technology (Grades 9-12)
• Wood Technology (Grades 9-12)

Apply data and measurements to solve a problem.EKS.02.03

Construct charts/tables/graphs from functions and data.EKS.02.04

Analyze data when interpreting operational documents.EKS.02.05

Evaluate scientific constructs including: conclusions, conflicting data, controls, data, inferences, limitations, questions, sources of errors, and variables.EKS.04.01

Apply scientific methods in qualitative and quantitative analysis, data gathering, direct and indirect observation, predictions, and problem identification.EKS.04.02

Analyze elements of a problem to develop creative solutions.EKS.05.02

Identify common tasks that require employees to use problem-solving skills.EKS.05.01

Describe the value of using problem-solving and critical thinking skills to improve a situation or process.EKS.05.03

Create ideas, proposals, and solutions to problems.EKS.05.04

Evaluate ideas, proposals, and solutions to problems.EKS.05.05

Use structured problem-solving methods when developing proposals and solutions.EKS.05.06

Generate new and creative ideas to solve problems by brainstorming possible solutions.EKS.05.07

Critically analyze information to determine value to the problem-solving task.EKS.05.08

Guide individuals through the process of recognizing concerns and making informed decisions.EKS.05.09

Identify alternatives using a variety of problem-solving and critical thinking skills.EKS.05.10

Evaluate alternatives using a variety of problem-solving and critical thinking skills.EKS.05.11

Assess workplace conditions with regard to safety and health.EKS.06.01

Align safety issues with appropriate safety standards to ensure a safe workplace/jobsite.EKS.06.02

Identify safety hazards common to workplaces.EKS.06.03

Identify safety hazards common to workplaces.Identify safety precautions to maintain a safe worksite.EKS.06.04

Select appropriate personal protective equipment as needed for a safe workplace/jobsite.EKS.06.05

Inspect personal protective equipment commonly used for selected career choice.EKS.06.06

Use personal protective equipment according to manufacturer rules and regulations.EKS.06.07

Employ a safety hierarchy and communication system within the workplace/jobsite.EKS.06.08

Implement safety precautions to maintain a safe worksite.EKS.06.09

Exhibit traits such as empowerment, risk, communication, focusing on results, decision-making, problem solution, and investment in individuals when leading a group in solving a problem.EKS.07.01

Exhibit traits such as compassion, service, listening, coaching, developing others, team development, and when acting as a manager of others in the workplace. Understanding and appreciating othersEKS.07.02

Exhibit traits such as enthusiasm, creativity, conviction, mission, courage, concept, focus, principle-centered living, and change when interacting with concept, focus, principle-centered living, and change when interacting with others in general.EKS.07.03

Consider issues related to self, team, community, diversity, environment, and global awareness when leading others.EKS.07.04

Exhibit traits such as innovation, intuition, adaptation, life-long learning and coachable to develop leadership potential over time.EKS.07.05

Analyze leadership in relation to trust, positive attitude, integrity, and willingness to accept key responsibilities in a work situation.EKS.07.06

Describe observations of outstanding leaders using effective management styles.EKS.07.07

Participate in civic and community leadership and teamwork opportunities to enhance skills.EKS.07.08

Demonstrate self-discipline, self-worth, positive attitude, and integrity in a work situation.EKS.08.01

Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to learn new knowledge and skills.EKS.08.02

Exhibit commitment to the organization.EKS.08.03

Identify how work varies with regard to site, from indoor confined spaces to outdoor areas, including aerial space and a variety of climatic and physical conditions.EKS.08.04

Apply communication strategies when adapting to a culturally diverse environment.EKS.08.05

Manage resources in relation to the position (i.e. budget, supplies, computer, etc.).EKS.08.06

Identify positive work-qualities typically desired in each career.EKS.08.07

Manage work roles and responsibilities to balance them with other life roles and responsibilities.EKS.08.08

Use multiple resources to locate job opportunities.EKS.09.01

Prepare a résumé.EKS.09.02

Prepare a letter of application.EKS.09.03

Complete an employment application.EKS.09.04

Interview for employment.EKS.09.05

List the standards and qualifications that must be met in order to enter a given industry.EKS.09.06

Employ critical thinking and decision-making skills to exhibit qualifications to a potential employer.EKS.09.07