Measuring Problem-Solving & Technology Skills

Many positions do not require candidates to have specialized degrees in engineering or computer science but require people with technology proficiency to fill positions across the entire company organization. Employees are needed who can manipulate data, conduct research, solve problems and present their ideas in a range of formats. How do you go about screening prospective employees to see if they have strong technology and problem solving skills? The answer: Tek.Xam

Tek.Xam is a unique assessment tool that tests for problem-solving skills within the technology environment. It is an Internet-based, vendor-neutral test delivered online in a proctored computer lab. Tek.Xam credentialed individuals can synthesize and analyze data, draw conclusions, and then present them in a variety of common computer applications. The can create websites and effectively use the Internet for information gathering and analysis. In addition, they understand a wide range of computer concepts related to networking, hardware and software as well as the key legal and ethical issues associated with the use of this technology.

The Virginia Foundation for Independent Colleges (VFIC) created the exam with faculty from 15 member colleges and universities, and advice on content relevance from corporate, human resource and information technology executives.

Some of the prominent companies endorsing this assessment tool include Bank of America, Bethlehem Steel Corporation, Philip Morris USA, Gateway, IBM Corporation, Tenneco Automotive and Tredegar Corporation.

Many answers to questions about the Tek.Xam examination are available on the Tek.Xam website at www.tekxam.com