<\/span>ASTB-E Test Format<\/h2>\nThe ASTB-E is a multiple-choice computer-adaptive test that consists of six subtests. These subtests measure abilities that are essential for success in officer training and aviation-related occupations.<\/p>\n
You can opt to take just the Officer Aptitude Rating (OAR) section, consisting of three subtests, or the entire battery consisting of six subtests. If you are not interested in an aviation-related occupation, you only need to complete the OAR section. The OAR portion will take between 1 and 2.5 hours, and the entire battery will take 2 to 3 hours.<\/p>\n
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\nThe three OAR sections are:<\/p>\n\n- Math Skills Test (MST):<\/strong> This section evaluates your knowledge of college-level math concepts. Topics covered include basic arithmetic operations, solving for variables, fractions, roots, exponents, and the calculation of angles, area, and perimeters of geometric shapes.<\/li>\n
- Reading Comprehension Test (RCT):<\/strong> This section tests your ability to read and comprehend passages. You will often be asked to identify the main point of the passage, or whether it supports a particular statement.<\/li>\n
- Mechanical Comprehension Test (MCT):<\/strong> This subtest measures your knowledge of basic principles of physics and mechanics. Topics covered included gases and liquids, pressure, volume, velocity, components and performance of engines, principles of electricity, gears, weight distribution, and the operation of simple machines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The remaining subtests which make up the battery consist of:<\/p>\n\n- Aviation and Nautical Information (ANIT):<\/strong> Aviation subjects that are tested include aerodynamics, aircraft components, instrumentation, and flight rules and regulations. Nautical information topics include nautical terminology and history, and general carrier terminology.<\/li>\n
- Naval Aviation Trait Facet Inventory (NATFI):<\/strong> This is a personality test used in officer selection.<\/li>\n
- Performance-Based Measures (PBM):<\/strong> This subtest measures situational awareness, dexterity, spatial orientation aptitude, and ability to multitask. You will have a problem that requires you to identify cardinal directions and then will use a joystick and throttle to track an airplane on a screen. Solving mental rotation problems can help you practice for this section.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t
Check Out Mometrix's ASTB-E Study Guide<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span>Signing Up for the ASTB-E Test<\/h2>\nYou can register for the exam at any of the following:
\n<\/a><\/p>\n\n- Your nearest Naval Officer Recruiting Station<\/li>\n
- The Navy ROTC unit at a major university<\/li>\n
- Marine Corps Officer Selection Office<\/li>\n
- A military institute<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
There is no cost for the exam, and the primary test-taking method is by computer.<\/p>\n
You also have the option to take the OAR portion as a paper exam. You will need to discuss the method of delivery with the Navy or Marine Corps personnel scheduling the exam. Neither method is more advantageous to the test-taker, as both delivery methods have proven equal results.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Test Day<\/h2>\nAt your scheduled test appointment, you will need to present some form of state-issued identification and verification of your social security number. You are not allowed to bring anything else into the testing center\u2014everything you need for the exam will be provided to you.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Scoring & Results<\/h2>\nStudents who complete the full exam will receive four composite scores, and students who complete only the OAR section will receive one score. Score requirements differ by program and service:<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n\nThe three OAR sections are:<\/p>\n
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- Math Skills Test (MST):<\/strong> This section evaluates your knowledge of college-level math concepts. Topics covered include basic arithmetic operations, solving for variables, fractions, roots, exponents, and the calculation of angles, area, and perimeters of geometric shapes.<\/li>\n
- Reading Comprehension Test (RCT):<\/strong> This section tests your ability to read and comprehend passages. You will often be asked to identify the main point of the passage, or whether it supports a particular statement.<\/li>\n
- Mechanical Comprehension Test (MCT):<\/strong> This subtest measures your knowledge of basic principles of physics and mechanics. Topics covered included gases and liquids, pressure, volume, velocity, components and performance of engines, principles of electricity, gears, weight distribution, and the operation of simple machines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The remaining subtests which make up the battery consist of:<\/p>\n
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- Aviation and Nautical Information (ANIT):<\/strong> Aviation subjects that are tested include aerodynamics, aircraft components, instrumentation, and flight rules and regulations. Nautical information topics include nautical terminology and history, and general carrier terminology.<\/li>\n
- Naval Aviation Trait Facet Inventory (NATFI):<\/strong> This is a personality test used in officer selection.<\/li>\n
- Performance-Based Measures (PBM):<\/strong> This subtest measures situational awareness, dexterity, spatial orientation aptitude, and ability to multitask. You will have a problem that requires you to identify cardinal directions and then will use a joystick and throttle to track an airplane on a screen. Solving mental rotation problems can help you practice for this section.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tCheck Out Mometrix's ASTB-E Study Guide<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Get practice questions, video tutorials, and detailed study lessons<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Study Guide<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span>Signing Up for the ASTB-E Test<\/h2>\n
You can register for the exam at any of the following:
\n<\/a><\/p>\n- \n
- Your nearest Naval Officer Recruiting Station<\/li>\n
- The Navy ROTC unit at a major university<\/li>\n
- Marine Corps Officer Selection Office<\/li>\n
- A military institute<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
There is no cost for the exam, and the primary test-taking method is by computer.<\/p>\n
You also have the option to take the OAR portion as a paper exam. You will need to discuss the method of delivery with the Navy or Marine Corps personnel scheduling the exam. Neither method is more advantageous to the test-taker, as both delivery methods have proven equal results.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Test Day<\/h2>\n
At your scheduled test appointment, you will need to present some form of state-issued identification and verification of your social security number. You are not allowed to bring anything else into the testing center\u2014everything you need for the exam will be provided to you.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Scoring & Results<\/h2>\n
Students who complete the full exam will receive four composite scores, and students who complete only the OAR section will receive one score. Score requirements differ by program and service:<\/p>\n
- Naval Aviation Trait Facet Inventory (NATFI):<\/strong> This is a personality test used in officer selection.<\/li>\n
- Reading Comprehension Test (RCT):<\/strong> This section tests your ability to read and comprehend passages. You will often be asked to identify the main point of the passage, or whether it supports a particular statement.<\/li>\n
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