Grouping Army Training Courses by Army Classification Battery Factors

Abstract

Present report interprets results of a factor analysis of Army Classification Battery (ACB) tests, extended to 75 MOS criteria (final grades in enlisted training courses) in terms of test job interrelationships and occupational groupings. Of the ten job groups into which the 75 MOS were allocated, nine were well differentiated by ACB test combinations closely resembling current aptitude area selectors. Validity patterns suggested feasibility of clustering MOS courses for classification purposes on the basis of technical level as well as on content. Academic skills were found to play a part in success in all courses. Results of the analysis were interpreted as additional guidelines for developing new ACB measures and for eventual reconstitution of the Aptitude Area system.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 1962
Accession Number
AD0413536

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  • David J. Fitch
  • William H. Helme

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  • Arithmetic
  • Army
  • Army Personnel
  • Army Training
  • Classification
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  • Factor Analysis
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