Outline

Concerned with making and repairing custom-made, prototype or special tools, dies, jigs, fixtures and gauges that require working to close tolerances. Includes laying out, making mathematical computations, and setting up work pieces and machines.

Tasks

	performed	performed	observed
	alone	with help
1. Tool and Die Operations
-Study drawings and specifications to visualize product	_____	_____	_____
-Compute dimensions and tolerances and make sketches	_____	_____	_____
-Plan the sequence of operations	_____	_____	_____
-Position, secure, measure and mark metal stock or castings to layout for machines	_____	_____	_____
-Set up and operate a variety of machines to cut, turn, mill, plane, bore, grind and shape workpiece to prescribed dimensions and finish	_____	_____	_____
-Verify conformance of machine parts to specifications by checking alignment, dimensions and measurements	_____	_____	_____
-Fit and assemble parts	_____	_____	_____
-Test completed tools, dies, jigs or fixtures for proper operation	_____	_____	_____
-Dismantle and repair worn or defective tools, dies, and fixtures	_____	_____	_____
-Work to close tolerances	_____	_____	_____
-Design tools, gauges and templates	_____	_____	_____
-Heat-treat tools and dies using various types of furnaces and water-quenching baths	_____	_____	_____
-Learn about mould technology, types, uses and materials	_____	_____	_____
-Assist in fabrication	_____	_____	_____
2. General Shop Duties
-Exposure to CAD and CAM technology	_____	_____	_____
-Visit moulding plants and write reports on progress	_____	_____	_____
-Prepare material lists	_____	_____	_____
-Prepare preliminary project designs from sketches	_____	_____	_____
-Research mould technology	_____	_____	_____
-Learn all trade terminologies	_____	_____	_____
-Keep shop and work areas tidy	_____	_____	_____
-Filing the operations from the white printer and photocopier	_____	_____	_____
-Understand all safety procedures and precautions	_____	_____	_____
-Take orders from clients and process	_____	_____	_____
-Answer telephone and fill inquiries	_____	_____	_____
ADDITIONAL TASKS
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Equipment Used	Related Positions
White Printer _____	Machinist
Photocopier _____	Wire-Die Polisher
Arc Welder _____	Extrusion-Die-Template Maker
Height Gauge _____	Carbide Tool Maker
Dial Indicators _____	Die Finisher
Gauge Blocks _____	Bench Die Maker
Surface Gauge _____	Instrument Maker
Micrometer _____	Plastic Tool Maker
Abrasive Cloth and Stones _____	Mould Maker
Files _____	Tool and Die Welder
Scrapers _____
Grinders _____
Hammers _____
Wrenches _____
Electric, Oil, or Gas-Fired Furnace _____
Water-Quenching Baths _____