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1 Aptitude Screening System Version /04/2017 Welcome to the Aptitude Screening Test (AST). The AST was created to be a more accessible and friendlier copy of the EST that recruiters have been using for quite some time. The EST has become a rare commodity within the recruiting centers since this move to the tablets. The AST removes the need for an EST program to be installed on any government computer system. Testing Method: The testing method for the AST is a clone of the EST. The questions remained the same as the EST in order to maintain consistency. Scoring Method: The scoring method for the AST is also a clone of the EST. The EST is a fairly accurate test for aptitude often judging applicants 10+/- points of their AFQT. I wanted to sustain that level of accuracy for this system. The scoring matrix and reference tables for standard scores and percentages were pulled directly from the code of the est.exe program that all recruiters are familiar with. Accessibility: Display: The AST was created with a combination of HTML for web page layout, PHP for server side calculations of scores, and a secure SQL database for storage of information. This system is compatible with almost all internet browsers, mobile phone browsers, and tablets. Anywhere: Whereas the EST was only available through a recruiter s laptop or tablet, the AST is accessible from anywhere with an internet or phone data connection. The system uses test tokens much like the PiCAT to allow testers to test from anywhere. Once the token has been

2 used, they will not be able to access the test again without another generated token from their recruiter. Personal Identifying Information: This system only requires the applicant s first name, last name, and an address. I also adhere to the Privacy Act. No personal information will be given or sold to a 3 rd party. This system is strictly for screening of applicants for enlistment purposes. Cuts down on windshield time: You have the ability to test for aptitude before making that 2 hour round trip to your prospects house just to watch them not use their scratch sheet of paper and QT a 6. Using the Aptitude Screening System NOTE: Only persons with a MAIL.MIL or GOARMY.COM account will be able to request an administrator account with this system. Signing up for an administrator account allows you to generate new tokens for your testers. It will also allow you to browse previously tested persons and review scores. Accounts are completely free to U.S. Army Recruiting Command personnel. To create your account and begin using the AST system follow the steps below. STEP 1: Navigate your browser of choice to STEP 2: Click on register.

An email was sent by the system to verify your email address.

3 STEP 3: Fill out your information. Please be accurate when entering your info. An address can only be used once. STEP 4: Log on to your account. An was sent by the system to verify your address. There is a link in the which you ll need to click which will activate your account. NOTE: If you don t receive an within a few minutes, check your SPAM folder as it may have ended up there.

STEP 5: Once you have verified your account,

email address and the password you used to

STEP 6: Welcome to the administration page.

4 STEP 5: Once you have verified your account, click the login button located at the top right of the menu bar. When you reach the login page, type in your address and the password you used to register your account. STEP 6: Welcome to the administration page. You are now fully functional. Hope you enjoy. Browse your historical test roster Add a new tester to your roster

Adding a New Tester To add a new tester to your roster all you need is their first name, last name, gender, and email address. The comments block is for your use to keep notes on testers.

An email will be sent to the tester letting them know you have authorized them to take the test.

5 Adding a New Tester To add a new tester to your roster all you need is their first name, last name, gender, and address. The comments block is for your use to keep notes on testers. The comments field is not a mandatory field. Once you input the required fields and click get new user token a one-time use token will be generated and appended to the website test link. An will be sent to the tester letting them know you have authorized them to take the test. Alternatively you may copy and paste the test link to your applicant through social media or text messaging. IMPORTANT: Administrators, do not click on that test link, it will run you straight into the test itself. If you start the test and click past the instructions screen, the test timer will begin.

Browsing your testers Click on the browse user button on the menu bar.

their AFQT Your individual test roster Click on a name and click show tester to review details The

Future upgrades to this application might include a statistical analysis of testers.

can save or print out listing all your testing information.

6 Browsing your testers Click on the browse user button on the menu bar. The detail pane shows you tester info, if they completed the test, section percentage scores, and their AFQT Your individual test roster Click on a name and click show tester to review details The ability to save and browse through past testers is one that I thought would be helpful at times. Future upgrades to this application might include a statistical analysis of testers. It ll show what the average score is for your area, or perhaps create an excel spreadsheet that you can save or print out listing all your testing information. Let me know your thoughts on more things to add. So I m sure some of you are wondering what the test experience is going to be like. Let s head on over to the last section of this instruction booklet.

window This is a view inside one of the test

7 What does it look like for the tester? Well let s take a look. The following is the test instructions screen. Test section indicator Timer Test content window This is a view inside one of the test sections. They all pretty much continue the same so I ll spare you 50+ images. No peeking.

8 Final Scoring Finally, this is a view of the scoring screen. This is the screen your tester will see when he/she finishes the test. While that token link is a one-time use only token, if the tester clicks on the link again it will take them directly to their scores. Percentile Scores As you can see, unlike the EST the AST also gives the tester and the recruiter a percentile score for the test section. This allows you to talk to your applicant about what they need to study most on. CONCLUSION This concludes our walk through of the new Aptitude Screening Test. I hope that you all will find it a great part of your toolkit and I welcome any ideas for improvements. Goals My goal was to create a more versatile program to replace the EST. I also wanted accessibility on all devices and the ability to cut back on windshield time for a LOW EST. I think I have accomplished those two things with this system. Remember Even though there are messages printed throughout this program and on the s, still remind your applicants that this is an aptitude test. Any attempts to use web searches, calculators, phone a friend, lifelines, or what have you, will only skew their results and waste their time and ours on the actual ASVAB.

9 Contact I do welcome suggestions and criticisms, that s the only way to make things better. If you have a good idea and would like to let me know about your idea, please shoot me an or find me on Facebook and let me know. SSG Michael Koch Michael.p.koch10.mil@mail.mil Facebook: Cell: Lake City Army Recruiting Center Lake City, FL LEGAL The domain armyjumpmaster.org and all images, source code, webpages, and content within are intellectual property of SSG Michael Koch. Except as expressly permitted you may not download any material from this website or save any such material to your computer. You may not alter or attempt to alter the function of any part of this website or service or use our website in any way or take any action that causes, or may cause, damage to the website or impairment of the performance, availability or accessibility of the website; This website was developed solely by SSG Michael Koch for use in determining applicant aptitude eligibility for military service. SSG Michael Koch provides this website for free to validated Department of Defense recruiters and receives no payment or other compensation for the development and maintenance of this site.

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