What does it measure?
VIT1 - Verbal Reasoning
Measures the ability to evaluate the logic of written information. The test samples a range of computer relevant material such as user manuals, technical manuals, computer text books and computer text articles. The test is not knowledge based but designed for staff who need to understand and interpret written material. The time taken to complete the test is 25 minutes.
NIT2 - Number Series
Measures higher order numerical reasoning skills rather than skill in computational work. In particular, it assesses the ability to develop strategies and to recognise the relationship between numbers. This test is appropriate for programming and for any IT job where the recognition of numerical relationships or sequences is important. The time taken to complete the test is 15 minutes.
CIT3 - Computer Checking
A test of speed and accuracy in the checking of character strings made up of letters, numbers and symbols. These are important basic skills in any area of programming and especially important for computer data entry staff. The time taken to complete the test is 7 minutes.
CIT4 - Syntax Checking
A higher order test of speed and accuracy in the checking of printed material, while following a set of rules. The candidate has to assess whether a line from a computer programme complies with a set of rules. A highly relevant test for any jobs that include any form of coding, programming or software checking. The time taken to complete the test is 10 minutes.
DIT5 - Diagramming
Measures logical analysis through the ability to follow complex instructions. In particular, candidates must follow a set of instructions, defined in the form of coded symbols, to manipulate a series of figures. This test simulates the ability to handle multiple and interdependent commands, an important ability in most IT jobs. The time taken to complete the test is 20 minutes.
DIT6 - Diagrammatic Reasoning
Assesses the ability to infer a set of rules from a flow-chart and to apply these rules to new situations. This test is a high level measure of symbolic reasoning ability and is especially relevant in jobs that require the capacity to work through complex problems in a systematic and analytical manner, for example, in systems analysis and programme design. The time taken to complete the test is 35 minutes.
SIT7 - Spatial Reasoning
Measures a candidate's ability to visualise spatial relationships. Specifically, it measures the ability to visualise and manipulate shapes in three dimensions given a two dimensional drawing. The test discriminates at a high level and would be relevant for engineers, designers, draughts people and IT staff working on, or with, graphics or CAD/CAM software. The time taken to complete the test is 20 minutes.
Benefits
- Reduce risk
- Testing for applicants with applicable skills specific to the IT industry helps avoid the selection of poor performers.
- Save time
- By eliminating unsuitable candidates early in the selection process, you are able to concentrate on only the best candidates.
- Reduce cost
- Reduce cost per hire by investing time with only the best candidates in the remainder of the recruitment process.
- Increase speed to hire
- Identify and progress key talent more quickly and make faster hiring decisions.
- Fairness and consistency
- Objectivity and consistency enables the testing process to be fair and equitable for all candidates.
- Psychometrically sound and efficient
- Exceeds test reliability standards, timing is standardised and efficient.
Language / norm availability
The Information Technology Test Series is available in a variety of languages and with an extensive range of norms.
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