The full-length ASVAB is made up of nine sections, depending
on which version of the test you take. The paper version of the
ASVAB does not currently include an "Assembling Objects" subtest,
but that may soon change. The CAT-ASVAB does.
The order in which the subtests are administered never varies,
and is as listed below. Click on the subtest name for more
information on what's tested.
Knowledge of general concepts from life, earth, and physical
sciences
The ability to answer word problems that involve basic arithmetic
calculations
The ability to recognize synonyms of words
The ability to answer questions based on short passages (of
30-120 words)
Knowledge of automobiles, tools, and shop terminology
Knowledge of math concepts, including applied arithmetic,
algebra, and geometry
Knowledge of basic mechanical and physical principles
Knowledge of electronic principles and terminology, and basic
electronic circuitry
The ability to interpret diagrams showing spatial relationships
and understand how objects are connected
