Hybrid programs blend both competency- and time-based strategies,
using a minimum and maximum range of hours for each major job
function and the successful demonstration of identified competencies.
using a minimum and maximum range of hours for each major job
function and the successful demonstration of identified competencies.
Machinist
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North Carolina (SAA)
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Work Process Content
On the Job Training
Anonymous
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Skills
Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.
2
Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.
2
- Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments, such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers.
Calculate dimensions of workpieces, products, or equipment.
1
Calculate dimensions of workpieces, products, or equipment.
1
- Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments, such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
Operate cutting equipment.
2
Operate cutting equipment.
2
- Machine parts to specifications, using machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
- Set up or operate metalworking, brazing, heat-treating, welding, or cutting equipment.
Operate grinding equipment.
1
Operate grinding equipment.
1
- Machine parts to specifications, using machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
Operate metal or plastic forming equipment.
2
Operate metal or plastic forming equipment.
2
- Set up, adjust, or operate basic or specialized machine tools used to perform precision machining operations.
- Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency.
Program equipment to perform production tasks.
1
Program equipment to perform production tasks.
1
- Program computers or electronic instruments, such as numerically controlled machine tools.
Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.
1
Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.
1
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
1
Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
1
- Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.
Maintain production or processing equipment.
1
Maintain production or processing equipment.
1
- Maintain machine tools in proper operational condition.
Assemble machine tools, parts, or fixtures.
1
Assemble machine tools, parts, or fixtures.
1
- Fit and assemble parts to make or repair machine tools.
Determine metal or plastic production methods.
1
Determine metal or plastic production methods.
1
- Support metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing, using knowledge of machine functions, metal properties, and mathematics.
Prepare fabrics or materials for processing or production.
1
Prepare fabrics or materials for processing or production.
1
- Support metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing, using knowledge of machine functions, metal properties, and mathematics.
Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.
2
Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.
2
- Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials onto machines.
- Install repaired parts into equipment or install new equipment.
Conduct test runs of production equipment.
2
Conduct test runs of production equipment.
2
- Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency.
- Test experimental models under simulated operating conditions, for purposes such as development, standardization, or feasibility of design.
Exchange information with colleagues.
2
Exchange information with colleagues.
2
- Confer with numerical control programmers to check and ensure that new programs or machinery will function properly and that output will meet specifications.
- Confer with engineering, supervisory, or manufacturing personnel to exchange technical information.
Advise others on ways to improve processes or products.
2
Advise others on ways to improve processes or products.
2
- Evaluate machining procedures and recommend changes or modifications for improved efficiency or adaptability.
- Advise clients about the materials being used for finished products.
Install mechanical components in production equipment.
1
Install mechanical components in production equipment.
1
- Install repaired parts into equipment or install new equipment.
Design tools, fixtures, or other devices for production equipment.
1
Design tools, fixtures, or other devices for production equipment.
1
- Design fixtures, tooling, or experimental parts to meet special engineering needs.
Diagnose equipment malfunctions.
1
Diagnose equipment malfunctions.
1
- Diagnose machine tool malfunctions to determine need for adjustments or repairs.
Dispose of trash or waste materials.
1
Dispose of trash or waste materials.
1
- Dispose of scrap or waste material in accordance with company policies and environmental regulations.
Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.
1
Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.
1
- Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock to display placement of cuts.
Measure materials to mark reference points, cutting lines, or other indicators.
1
Measure materials to mark reference points, cutting lines, or other indicators.
1
- Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock to display placement of cuts.
Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
1
Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
1
- Dismantle machines or equipment, using hand tools or power tools to examine parts for defects and replace defective parts where needed.
Replace worn equipment components.
1
Replace worn equipment components.
1
- Dismantle machines or equipment, using hand tools or power tools to examine parts for defects and replace defective parts where needed.
Sort recyclable materials.
1
Sort recyclable materials.
1
- Separate scrap waste and related materials for reuse, recycling, or disposal.
Operate welding equipment.
1
Operate welding equipment.
1
- Set up or operate metalworking, brazing, heat-treating, welding, or cutting equipment.
Test materials, solutions, or samples.
1
Test materials, solutions, or samples.
1
- Test experimental models under simulated operating conditions, for purposes such as development, standardization, or feasibility of design.
Monitor lubrication of equipment or workpieces.
1
Monitor lubrication of equipment or workpieces.
1
- Check work pieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated or cooled.
Create diagrams or blueprints for workpieces or products.
1
Create diagrams or blueprints for workpieces or products.
1
- Prepare working sketches for the illustration of product appearance.
Plan production or operational procedures or sequences.
1
Plan production or operational procedures or sequences.
1
- Establish work procedures for fabricating new structural products, using a variety of metalworking machines.
Assemble electromechanical or hydraulic systems.
1
Assemble electromechanical or hydraulic systems.
1
- Install experimental parts or assemblies, such as hydraulic systems, electrical wiring, lubricants, or batteries into machines or mechanisms.
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