NETWORK
KNOWLEDGE
In problem one, the
candidate had to match an appropriate data communications term to its correct
definition. The goal was to ensure the individual understood some basic network
terminology. This person scored 18 out of a possible 10 points.
Problem two involved ten multiple-choice questions that pertained to
communication network components that are commonly involved in today's business
environment. This candidate scored 8
out of 10 points.
In problem three, the individual was required to answer eight multiple-choice
questions that specifically evaluated his network knowledge at the conceptual
level. This person obtained 14 points
out of a possible 16.
Problem four provided the candidate with seven problem situations that might
confront a network analyst. In each case, the individual was required to select
the most likely solution. This person scored 14
out of 14 points.
The first four problems evaluated the candidate's overall networking knowledge
and were worth a total of 50 points. This candidate scored 45 points, which was above
average.
ANALYTICAL ABILITY
In problem five, the
individual was presented with a problem-riddled office situation and asked to
recommend solutions. The goal was to determine whether or not the candidate
utilized a structured problem solving approach. This person scored 14
out of 15 points.
Problem six required a careful analysis of a detailed procedure prior to
locating two errors and correcting them. This individual obtained 12 out of a possible 12 points.
In problem seven, the candidate was provided with specific codes necessary to
direct a fictitious spaceship to various planets. The purpose was to evaluate
the individual's logic ability and attention to detail. This person scored 15
out of 15 points.
In terms of analytical ability, the previous three problems demonstrated that
this individual was above average
scoring 41 out of a possible 42 points.
Recommendation
With an overall score of 93%,
we strongly recommend this individual as having the potential for a successful
career as a Network Analyst.
