Assessment Overview

The Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Test® (BMCT) is designed to measure the ability to perceive and understand the relationship of physical forces and mechanical elements in practical situations. It is used to predict performance in a variety of vocational and technical training settings and has been a popular selection tool for mechanical, technical, engineering, and similar occupations for many years.

Purpose

The Bennett Mechanical is a widely used and extensively validated assessment of mechanical aptitude. For more than 60 years, this instrument has helped organizations select the best candidates for mechanical, service/repair, and industrial occupations. It can help identify candidates with good spatial perception and mechanical reasoning abilities, as well as with an aptitude for learning mechanical processes and tasks.

Measures

• Spatial perception and mechanical reasoning ability
• Candidates that grasp the fundamental principles of mechanical operations and complex devices
• It is shown to predict training performance (r = .52) and job performance (r = .31) through multiple validation studies (i.e., a meta-analysis) across jobs and industries