linux-cert members, FYI, several news articles recently have talked about "Tek.Xam", a new exam focused on general information technology skills. While this doesn't relate directly to our work and seems to be more targeted at those in an academic background, it *is* interesting in the scope of what it is covering. No word on how they are delivering the exam - the web site says details will be available in January 2000. More info at: http://www.tekxam.com/ Regards, Dan THE GEEK WITHIN IBM and several other technology companies are evaluating a new exam designed to measure the high-tech potential of job candidates who come from non-computer backgrounds. The five-hour Tek.Xam includes a multiple-choice section and hands-on activities like building a Web page, surfing the Web and compiling a spreadsheet. It was developed by the Virginia Foundation for Independent Colleges, and will be offered at colleges around the country in October. (Wall Street Journal 30 Sep 99) http://wsj.com/ A NEW TEST PROMISES TO UNEARTH THE COMPUTER GEEK IN ALL OF US The Virginia Foundation for Independent Colleges has developed a new computer proficiency test that tech firms are considering for testing job applicants. The test, called Tek.Xam, is designed to determine the computer proficiency of those who have not studied engineering or computer science. John Pass, IBM's team leader of testing and assessment, said IBM is impressed by the test's ability to determine an applicant's "technological savvy." IBM could begin administering the test in the next few months, hoping that finding liberal art majors with a knack for C++ will provide an edge in the increasingly competitive IT job market. (Wall Street Journal 09/30/99) ________________________________________________________________________ This message was sent by the linux-cert mailing list. To unsubscribe: echo unsubscribe | mail -s '' [EMAIL PROTECTED]
