01-13-2010 05:23 AM
Hi
I would like to know whether the CLAD exam is conducted in 3 different levels (viz Student, Professional and Professor) just like the Labview Fundamental Exam. If yes, then I want to know if the difficutly level varies between the 3 exams.
01-13-2010 05:56 AM
CLAD has only 1 level , like the fundamental exam...
it contains questions according to LV basics-1 & 2...
01-13-2010 06:04 AM
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01-13-2010 11:22 AM
The Fundamentals Exam is almost exactly like the CLAD exam.
If you can do well on the FE, the CLAD exam will be no problem for you.
01-13-2010 11:44 AM
01-13-2010 01:45 PM
In my opinion, yes, you are right to have some concerns about passing. Is there one particular area that you are having trouble with? Or has the wording of the questions gotten you confused? I can understand the latter.
On a side note, is there anyone with a CLAD that it has made a difference in getting a job? Where I work and at other places I've talked to, the CLAD is of no consequence.
01-13-2010 02:26 PM
Tips from my experience (note the CLAD logo below)
1) Do the practice exam- do the practice exam again- review the wrong answers and post any you still don't understand- we love those threads - PURE learning
2) Review the functions pallate (With Help on!) For the pallates you don't use often READ the help and drop them on a BD wire 'em up and play with 'em untill you can name a use you WOULD use it for. Pay close attention to structures, File IO, and Application control.
3) Review basic architecture: Know what makes a State Machine, Queued SM, FG, AE, Producer Loop and Consumer loop.
4) Review Charts and graphs - they get picked on. Know the components of the common controls (play with the properties dialog and know what the effects are.)
5) its LabVIEW not Labview so don't be afraid to have fun!
@Dennis-
CLAD certification (or progress towards) is a requirement for my job function here because it aids sales. It was passively DISCOURAGED at a former employer however, That same companies head-hunters(and others) have been in contact with me for consulting / Contract opportunities BECAUSE my name is listed on the NI CLAD page.