NTN Tests - Data Entry and Computer Simulations Data Entry and Computer Simulations Test (ECOMM National Computer Simulations) Total Test Time: Approximately 35 minutes The Data Entry and Computer Simulations test is part of the NTN testing process. Candidates access this test through their NTN Candidate Account. Agencies may use the candidate's score on this test as part of their selection process. The following will be accessed and taken via your NTN candidate account at a time convenient for you. Candidates need to ensure they have allotted the appropriate amount of time, undisturbed, to take the exam. It is a test and must be taken in a quiet environment with no help from others. Many questions have a listening component so headphones are strongly recommended. The test must be taken on a computer with a keyboard. The test cannot be taken on a mobile device. Personal Self-Assessment A questionnaire that measures work-specific attitudes. Data Entry of License Plate Numbers Test takers hear a call taker ask for a caller’s license plate number. The test taker will hear the caller say the license plate number, and test takers type it. Test takers can have the license plate number repeated. Test takers try to get through as many license plate numbers as possible. Data Entry of Names Test takers hear a call taker ask for the caller's name, and the caller respond. Test takers can have the name repeated or ask to have the name spelled. The test taker types the last name. Test takers try to get through as many names as possible. Listening and Understanding Test takers listen to a caller making a statement and then read a statement about that call. Test takers decide if the written statement accurately reflects what the caller said. Test takers try to get through as many as possible. Cross Search and Entry Test takers see a screen with a driver’s license record on one side, and text boxes for data entry on the other. Test takers enter the requested information based on the driver's license record. Test takers try to get through as many records as possible. When should I complete the Data Entry and Computer Simulations Test? It is part of the NTN Transit application process, and should be taken as soon as possible. Candidates need to complete it before the testing period(s) closes for the job(s) they have applied to. Will I be able to see my score for the Data Entry and Computer Simulations Test? No, you will not be able to see your score. Can I retake the Data Entry and Computer Simulations Test? If you re-apply (and pay) to take the test for the job you are interested in, you will retake the Data Entry and Computer Simulations test. You cannot retake it by itself.
