Mechanical Aptitude Practice

also called mechanical comperhension or mechanical reasoning

Overview

Mechanical reasoning (also mechanical aptitude or mechanical comprehension) tests are used for candidates for Engineering related positions, as well as army (CFAT,  ASVAB)  emergency services personnel (Canadian Firefighter), skilled trades, automotive and industrial trades such as the Elevator Repair Aptitude Test. Mechanical reasoning tests are used to gauge your practical reasoning skills, mechanical understanding and aptitude.

See also Spatial Relations Practice

Registration and Fees

Registration is usually organized by companies with job vacancies.  The test usually comes at no cost.

Format and Test Contents

Most Mechanical Aptitude tests are taken on a computer (CBT) while they are still sometimes taken with a pen and paper.   Help with computer based tests

The test is multiple choice.   Help with multiple choice

The questions which will be asked are centered on the basic principles in Engineering and Mechanical concepts. The test is designed to assess your understanding and command of basic principles. Here are the most common subject areas on the test.

  • Pulleys and Belts
  • Gears
  • Springs
  • Levers
  • Balancing Scales
  • Gravity
  • Acceleration
  • Hydraulics
  • Weights
  • Magnetism
  • Energy Types
  • Friction
  • Horseshow Magnets
  • Pressure
  • Pendulum
  • Pivot Points
  • Power Source
  • Conductors
  • Open and Closed Circuits
  • Switches
  • Series and Parallel Circuits
  • Electrical load and Path

Mechanical Aptitude Comprehension and Spatial Relations Practice

Mechanical Comprehension Aptitude and Spatial Relations Online Practice. Includes, mechanical aptitude comprehension and visual aptitude spatial relations- Over 330 Practice Questions


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Written by, Brian Stocker MA., Complete Test Preparation Inc.

Date Published: Wednesday, February 19th, 2020
Date Modified: Wednesday, July 28th, 2021