Glossary C
CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)
The use of computer software to design and manufacture products.
Calculation Accuracy
The degree to which mathematical calculations are correct and precise.
Calculator usage
The frequency and proficiency with which an individual uses a calculator.
Calculator Use
The ability to effectively and efficiently use a calculator for mathematical calculations.
Capability
The ability or potential to perform a specific task or function.
Cardiovascular health
The overall health and function of the heart and circulatory system.
Career advancement
Progression and growth within a chosen career field.
Career advancement opportunities review
An assessment of potential opportunities for career growth and development.
Career exploration
The process of researching and considering various career options.
Career Exploration Tool
A resource that helps individuals explore and research potential career paths.
Career guidance
Professional advice and support for individuals seeking to make informed career decisions.
Career opportunities related to quantitative reasoning skills
Job options that require strong skills in math and problem-solving.
Career readiness
The level of preparedness an individual has for entering and succeeding in a chosen career field.
Categorization
The process of organizing information into specific groups or categories based on shared characteristics.
Central tendency measures
Statistical measures used to describe the typical or average value of a set of data.
Chemical storage guidelines
Safety protocols for storing hazardous chemicals.
Chunking
The process of breaking down information into smaller, more manageable pieces.
Chunking Information
Breaking down information into smaller, more manageable pieces.
Circles
A geometric shape with all points equidistant from a central point.
Circuit breaker
A safety device that automatically shuts off electrical power in the event of an overload or short circuit.
Coefficients
Numbers that are multiplied by variables in algebraic expressions.
Cognitive abilities
Mental processes such as perception, attention, and memory.
Cognitive flexibility
The ability to adapt and change one’s thinking in response to new information or situations.
Cognitive restructuring
Changing negative thought patterns to improve mental health and well-being.
Cognitive skills
Mental abilities such as perception, memory, and problem-solving.
Collaborate
Working together with others to achieve a common goal.
Colloquialisms
Informal words or phrases used in everyday conversation.
Color coding
Using different colors to organize and categorize information.
Combining like terms
Simplifying algebraic expressions by combining terms with the same variables and exponents.
Commitment
Dedication and loyalty to a particular goal or cause.
Communication skills
The ability to effectively convey information and ideas through various forms of communication.
Comparing and contrasting information within the text
Analyzing similarities and differences between different pieces of information in a written work.
Completing the square
A technique used in algebra to solve quadratic equations.
Complex carbohydrates
Carbohydrates that are made up of long chains of sugar molecules and provide sustained energy.
Complex Equations
Mathematical equations that involve multiple variables and operations.
Comprehension
The act of understanding and interpreting written or spoken language.
Comprehension Skills
The ability to understand and interpret written or spoken language.
Computer-adaptive testing
A type of testing where the difficulty of questions is adjusted based on the test-taker’s previous answers.
Computer-aided design (CAD) software
Computer software used to create and modify designs, often used in engineering and architecture.
Concentration
The ability to focus one’s attention on a particular task or activity.
Concentration improvement methods
Techniques to improve focus and concentration.
Concrete, masonry, and stone materials
Materials used in construction.
Concrete pouring
The process of pouring concrete to create a structure or surface.
Conductor
A material that allows electricity or heat to pass through it easily.
Confidence
A belief in oneself and one’s abilities.
Confidence building
The process of improving self-confidence.
Confidence-building activities
Activities designed to improve self-confidence.
Confidence-building exercises
Activities designed to improve self-confidence.
Confidence building techniques
Methods used to improve self-confidence.
Confidence intervals
A range of values that is likely to contain the true value of a population parameter.
Consistency in study habits
Regular and consistent study habits.
Consistency in studying
Regular and consistent study habits.
Constants
Values that remain the same in a particular situation or experiment.
Construction Techniques
Methods used in building or constructing structures.
Content knowledge
Understanding of a particular subject or topic.
Content review
The process of reviewing and studying material to improve understanding and retention.
Context clues
Hints or information within a text that help to understand the meaning of a word or phrase.
Context Clues Usage
The use of contextual clues to understand the meaning of a word or phrase.
Contextual analysis
The process of examining a text to understand its meaning within its context.
Contextual clues
Hints or information within a text that help to understand the meaning of a word or phrase.
Contextual Comprehension Improvement
Techniques to improve understanding of written or spoken language in context.
Contextualizing
The process of understanding information in its proper context.
Contextual learning
Learning through real-life situations and experiences.
Contextual Meaning
The meaning of a word or phrase based on the context in which it is used.
Contextual understanding
The ability to understand information in its proper context.
Contextual Understanding Skills
The ability to understand information in its proper context.
Control Systems
Systems used to regulate and control processes and operations.
Conversion factors
Ratios used to convert measurements from one unit to another.
Conversions between Units of Measurement
The process of converting measurements from one unit to another.
Coordinate Geometry
The study of geometric shapes using a coordinate system.
Coping mechanisms
Strategies used to manage stress and anxiety.
Correlation analysis
A statistical method used to measure the strength of the relationship between two or more variables.
Correlation and regression analysis
Statistical methods used to analyze the relationship between two or more variables.
Crack It
A study technique that involves breaking down complex problems into smaller, more manageable parts.
Creating a conducive study environment
Setting up a study space that is comfortable, quiet, and free from distractions.
Creating a personalized note-taking system
Developing a note-taking system that works best for an individual’s learning style and needs.
Creating a study schedule
The process of planning and organizing study time to maximize productivity and efficiency.
Creative thinking
The ability to generate new and innovative ideas.
Criterion-referenced test
A test that measures a student’s performance against a set of predetermined criteria.
Critical thinking
The process of analyzing and evaluating information to make informed decisions.
Critical thinking abilities
The capacity to analyze and evaluate information to make informed decisions.
Critical thinking skills
The ability to analyze and evaluate information to make informed decisions.
Critical thinking skills development
The process of improving one’s ability to analyze and evaluate information to make informed decisions.
Critical Thinking Techniques
Methods used to analyze and evaluate information to make informed decisions.
Cutting and shaping methods
Techniques used to cut and shape materials, such as drilling, milling, and turning.
Cutting tools
Tools used to cut and shape materials, such as saws, knives, and scissors.