to measure your skills and expertise. It measures your ability to interpret visual data and perform basic arithmetic calculations. Thirty four investor owned utility companies that are part of the EEI contributed to the creation of this exam. The test has become the industry standard for evaluating the skills of applicants. Although CAST is not administered solely by the Edison Electric Institute, they still maintain the test. Each company that uses the exam to assess job applicants can administer, score, and use results in their own way. The intent is to assess an applicant’s aptitude and examine their ability to learn and understand key information required for success in their future roles. As a new entrant into the construction industry, you may be required to take this test. It’s part of the recruitment process in many organizations. It affords you the opportunity to show a prospective employer what you are made of, so treat passing this test as a priority. But what if you already have a job in the construction industry? You just want to move up the ladder, so to speak? The CAST exam is a great way to prove your value to your employer. Passing this test will help demonstrate your skills, knowledge, and ability to excel in a new role, with more responsibilities. Thank you, again, for your interest in this course. I am sure it will prove valuable in your quest to begin or advance your career. So, if you are set to go, let’s get started.
COURSE CONVENTIONS AND CONTENT In this section of the chapter, I'll focus on the conventions and content of this audio course. When I say course conventions, I’m talking about the methods and concepts that I will use to present the course material to you. The content has been divided into chapters. Each chapter is further divided into subsections. At the start of every new chapter and subsection, I will give its name to you. There will be short quizzes near the end of every chapter. They are based on the content you heard in that particular lecture. Use them to assess your progress and to direct extra study time you might need. There is also a Follow Along PDF Manual. Later in this
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