Computer Career Aptitude Indicator

Copyright © 2002 by John J. Trifiletti, Ph.D.

Directions

Answer all of the questions, then click on the Calculate button to see the results.

1. I enjoy taking things apart and putting them back together.
  True   False

2. I like to solve crossword puzzles.
  True   False

3. I enjoy solving riddles and mysteries.
  True   False

4. I often stare at or observe things intently and try to understand them.
  True   False

5. When traveling, I enjoy tours of factories, power stations, and places with machinery.
  True   False

6. I often lose track of time when I am working on a project.
  True   False

7. I like to revise or re-write my schoolwork repeatedly until it is my best effort.
  True   False

8. I enjoy working with a few other people on a project.
  True   False

9. I play a musical instrument.
  True   False

10. I woud rather work alone than work with others.
  True   False

11. I enjoy exploring the Internet more than playing games with others.
  True   False

12. I like to collect things (comic books, dolls, action figures, coins, etc.).
  True   False

13. I can read musical score.
  True   False

14. I like to fix or upgrade the computer myself.
  True   False

15. I enjoy helping others learn how to do things.
  True   False

16. I like to gather lots of information and analyze situations before taking action.
  True   False

17. When riting for schoolwork, I especially enjoy researching and finding the information.
  True   False

18. I like to keep telephone numbers of my friends organized on paper, rolodex, or my cellphone.
  True   False

19. I like to build things (models, woodworking, computers, artwork, etc.).
  True   False

20. Once I start something, I usually stick with it and finish it.
  True   False

21. I make friends easily and I have a lot of friends.
  True   False

22. I like to keep my car clean on the inside and the outside.
  True   False

23. I like logic and reality more than magic and superstition.
  True   False

24. My secret dream is to someday create a popular game for a computer.
  True   False

25. I see myself as a highly organized person.
  True   False

26. I am a "team player" (I enjoy working with a small group of people).
  True   False

27. I am usually very courteous and kind to others.
  True   False

28. I enjoy reading and learning new things.
  True   False

29. I like to tinker with mechanical things.
  True   False

30. When I break something, I try to fix it, or I take it apart before buying another one.
  True   False

31. I am usually the first one to apologize when there is a problem
  True   False

32. I know how to use the Internet to locate people's names.
  True   False

33. I like to travel to new places and study the culture of other countries.
  True   False

34. I can speak or write in another language (other than English).
  True   False

35. I would rather live a life helping others, than live a life trying to become rich.
  True   False

36. Someday, I would like to create something and become famous for it.
  True   False

37. I enjoy working with a few other people on a project.
  True   False

38. I like to check the oil and water for my car.
  True   False

39. I keep an inventory for a collection of things.
  True   False

40. Given a choice of making money, helping others, or changing the world, I would like to change the world.
  True   False

41. I like to sort things (buttons, metal screws, toys, etc.).
  True   False

42. My room at home is well organized and generally clean and tidy.
  True   False

43. I usually know how much money I have in my wallet or purse, and/or bank account.
  True   False

44. I enjoy writing poetry or letters.
  True   False

45. I like to draw diagrams or sketches of things, showing the parts.
  True   False

46. I like helping others to solve their personal problems.
  True   False

47. I like to help my father or mother to clean things or fix things.
  True   False

48. I like to use an outline when writing a paper for school.
  True   False

49. I would rather walk in the woods with a few friends, than walk in the woods alone.
  True   False

50. When asked for donations, I generally like to give something to help the cause.
  True   False

51. I enjoy doing creative things.
  True   False

52. I like looking up things in the dictionary, encyclopedia, or on the Internet.
  True   False

53. When going on a trip, I like to chart the travel on a map, and research interesting places along the way.
  True   False

54. I like new electronic devices.
  True   False

55. When traveling, I like to find out the customs of the other city or country before I travel, so I can avoid awkward or embarrassing situations.
  True   False

56. I carry some tools in my car so I can fix it if it breaks down, or help others.
  True   False

57. I carry an umbrella in case it rains.
  True   False

58. I take in stray animals or try to help find their owner.
  True   False

59. If I do something wrong, I take responsibility for it and try to make up for it.
  True   False

Career Inventory Results

Programming Aptitude Score
Database Aptitude Score
Networking Aptitude Score
Help Desk and Technical Support Aptitude Score
Internet Development Aptitude Score
Total Score

An aptitude score of 9 or more in any individual area may indicate an aptitude for that particular area.

A Total Score of 41 or more may indicate an aptitude in general for the computer profession.

Disclaimer

This instrument is under development, has no established validity, does not represent FCCJ in any way, and should not be used as a sole indicator for making career decisions. Strong desire and motivation are as important as aptitude with respect to making career choices.