Air Traffic Control Career Prep: A Comprehensive Guide to One of the Best-Paying Federal Government Careers, Including Test Preparation for the Initial ATC Exams Review

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Air Traffic Control Career Prep: A Comprehensive Guide to One of the Best-Paying Federal Government Careers, Including Test Preparation for the Initial ATC Exams Review***NOTE: I wrote this in one sitting so if I ramble, that's just who I am so don't hate me for it...lol***
So...as the 25 year old son of an Air Traffic Controller, I applied in July 2007 via the open applications (as a non-CTI applicant) on the FAA's website (which I was notified of by my father). It took until December to find out that I was selected to take the AT-SAT test...my test date was Jan. 24th. I freaked and this was the only book that I could locate that seemed to have the updated tests and everything. Bought the book via Amazon and started reading.
I found the first part interesting (regarding the history of the FAA, a lot of general info) but not important as to taking the AT-SAT test. I found the "journal/diary" of a trainee that had gone to the class in Oklahoma City to be extremely interesting and informative...I will definately re-read that if I get selected for the class. The test prep for the AT-SAT is the part I was most interested in. I was never one to study for a test but I like knowing what to expect. This book did that wonderfully in explaining the format and sections of the test. I was not so much concerned with the Angles, Dials, Analogies, or Applied Math portions of the test...it showed what the problems would be like but those problems really rely on abilities you should already have (reading angles, reading dials, figuring out analogies, and doing math in your head). I was most concerned with the sections of the test that were computer programs and I wanted to know what to expect. When using the software that comes with the book, keep these things in mind....
ANGLES, DIALS, & APPLIED MATH - FAA software is much easier to use (point and click with the mouse). With the book the problems require the keyboard and the real test does not. Plus it puts a time limit on the problems and just randomly seemed to switch to the next question (too soon sometimes). **NOTE - As stated in the book, on the AT-SAT test you will not be allowed pen/pencil & scratch paper**
ANALOGIES - I gave this part it's own section because the software with the book seemed to be the worst for this section. It would switch questions way too quickly, I didn't like it and as stated before, the AT-SAT test is much easier (point and click with the mouse)
SCAN TEST - The book software works for this one...I found it extremely hard in the beginning but as I practiced it became easier. It seemed that the data blocks appeared and disappeared too quickly....AND I WAS RIGHT! On the AT-SAT the block are much easier to read, much slower, and each data block will be on the screen for 7 seconds (I believe that's the time stated). So keep in mind, book is harder than the real test....but is good practice and preparation
AT SCENARIOS TEST - At the AT-SAT test I found this to be the most fun part of the test. Differences....in the book software you tell a plane to turn and it turns more realistically (aka it doesn't just point that way, it will take a curve to go from heading North to heading East) and the planes are constantly moving. On the AT-SAT test the screen updates every 7 seconds and you have to accept new planes and you can change the direction immediately (that was a run-on...sorry). Again, the book gave me the general idea of how the test would be...and the instructions at the AT-SAT test are well done so I was very comfortable with this section as well. In my mind again, the book is harder than the real test but is good for practice and preparation.
LETTER FACTORY - Ahhh, the damn letter factory. I can only say this....the book software does not compare to the AT-SAT test in terms of quality. So again, use the book to get an idea of how it works but don't go crazy practicing and expect it to be just like that on the real test. The instructions on the AT-SAT test are exceptional for this section and they should be....it has 18 different "scenarios". Each scenario has you start placing letters into the boxes and at some time (the time was always different) it would stop and cut to the four "awareness" questions. On the AT-SAT test, sometimes it took 30 seconds to cut to the questions and sometimes it took 8 minutes. Each time you start placing letters then answer the questions is a "scenario"....and there are 18. As in the last 2 section explanations....the book is harder and different than the real test, so use it for some practice and preparation but don't become an expert because it will be different.
PERSONALITY QUESTIONS - These don't count toward your score, but there are a bunch of them.
****CONCLUSION**** Does the software have issues? YES. Does the book have at least one type in the answers section? YES. Did I feel that the book prepared me in general in what to expect on the test? YES. Do I feel it was worth the price? EHH (Seemed expensive but it's an important test so I'll go more toward yes). Did I pass the AT-SAT test? SEE BELOW
So...if you actually read down to here, I know you want to know how I did on the test. Per the FAA...scoring above 70 is a passing score, above 85 is considered well-qualified. Not to be cocky, but my friends & girlfriend always tell me I am really smart (and I know I test well...I got a 30 on the ACT in High School on my 1st try with NO studying)....so I was really shooting for an 85 or above. I actually studied for this test, I actually went to bed early, and I was actually nervous going into the the test. But it all worked out....I ended up getting a 95.7% (and I'm hoping I get invited to Oklahoma City...I will update if I get an invite). Hopefully this helps you and best of luck if you are taking the test!!Air Traffic Control Career Prep: A Comprehensive Guide to One of the Best-Paying Federal Government Careers, Including Test Preparation for the Initial ATC Exams OverviewThis valuable guide-essential for anyone interested in or already pursuing a lucrative career as an air traffic controller-thoroughly explains the air traffic control field and what training and qualification requirements are needed. Part career guide, this handbook provides a brief introduction to the aviation industry and discusses the role of the FAA while also explaining what an air traffic controller can expect in terms of working conditions, available positions, benefits, and salary. A comprehensive test preparation section filled with questions, answers, practice tests, explanations, and test-taking tips and strategies helps applicants prepare for the current air traffic controller FAA entrance exam (AT-SAT). A helpful list of employment contacts and a CD-ROM are also included.

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