Occupations in Machining Technology

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1 Chapter 30 Occupations in Machining Technology LEARNING OBJECTIVES After studying this chapter, students will be able to: List the requirements for the various machining technology occupations. Explain where to obtain information on occupations in machining technology. State what industry expects of an employee. Describe what an employee should expect from industry. Summarize the information given on a resume. INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS Text: pages Test Your Knowledge Questions, page 556 Workbook: pages Instructor s Resource: pages Reproducible Masters: 30-1 Job Application 30-2 Test Your Knowledge Questions Color Transparency (Binder/CD only) GUIDE FOR LESSON PLANNING Have the class read and study the chapter. Review the assignment and discuss the following: The four general categories of jobs in machining technology. The advantages and disadvantages, education and/or training required, type of work, and salary scale for each category. Where to get information on machining technology. How to prepare a resume and the reasons for doing so. How to accurately fill out a job application. How to prepare for a job interview. Factors that can lead to job termination. The importance of accurately completing a job application cannot be overemphasized. A resume prepared beforehand will prove very helpful. Have a selection of job applications for the class to examine so they can see what information is usually requested. Students/trainees should be aware that obtaining employment in the machining technology fields will require their full attention. After locating a position, encourage students to learn as much as possible about the company before sending their resume. Filling out a job application is the next step in securing employment. After that, there is usually a personal interview. Help students prepare for the interview by discussing proper dress, attitude, and the types of things that can cause a poor impression. Use Reproducible Master 30-1 as a practice job application. (This is a duplicate of the application in the workbook.) Use the chalkboard and make two lists. One list should show what makes a good interview. The other list should include what can cause a poor interview. Have students/trainees indicate what they think would fall into both categories. 377

2 378 Mock interviews are often used to provide experience and build student/trainee confidence. Use an outside source as the interviewer. Invite a person from the local state employment service to speak to the class on job opportunities on the local and state levels. Request that they cover education/training requirements, starting salaries, and how to locate these types of jobs. Technical Terms Review the terms introduced in the chapter. New terms can be assigned as a quiz, homework, or extra credit. The following list is also given at the beginning of the chapter. all-around machinist apprentice programs career engineering job shops part programmer resume semiskilled workers skilled workers technician Review Questions Assign Test Your Knowledge questions. Copy and distribute Reproducible Master 30-2 or have students use the questions on page 556 and write their answers on a separate sheet of paper. Workbook Assignment Assign Chapter 30 of the Machining Fundamentals Workbook. Have students complete the job application on pages Research and Development Discuss the following topics in class or have students complete projects on their own. 1. Invite a speaker from the local government employment office (it may be listed under different names in various parts of the country) to discuss local and national employment opportunities in the metalworking industries. 2. Prepare a chart that shows the hourly salaries of skilled and technical machine shop employees at local industries. 3. Ask someone who has graduated from your program and who has completed an apprentice program to describe their experiences. 4. Prepare a bulletin board display around a Machining Fundamentals Instructor s Resource local apprentice program. List the training requirements on a year-to-year basis. 5. Summarize the information on machine shops and related occupations described in the occupational outlook handbook (a government publication) and make it available to the class. 6. Contact the International Association of Machinists for information on apprentice programs. 7. Study the help wanted columns in your local papers. Collect the advertisements in the metalworking trades. What types of jobs are available? How do the various employers advertise? Do they offer fringe benefits? Are they equal opportunity employers? Do they pay a premium for second- and third-shift workers? Make this study every three months and prepare a chart that will show whether the demand increases or decreases during the various seasons. 8. Secure a selection of job applications. Study them carefully and discuss with the class the information they request. What can be done to make applying for a job easier and simpler? TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE ANSWERS, Page Semiskilled, skilled, technical, and professional. 2. Semiskilled 3. skilled 4. Armed Forces, vocational/technical programs in high schools and community colleges. 5. They are expected to plan and carry out all of the operations needed to machine a job. 6. Interprets drawings and, with precision measuring tools, locates and marks off where metal must be removed by machining from castings, forgings, and metal stock. 7. Formal training in computer technology as it relates to machine tool operation; experience in reading and interpreting drawings; thorough knowledge of machining technology and procedures; a working knowledge of cutting speeds and feeds for various types of machine tools and materials; and training in mathematics. 8. The technician assists the engineer by testing various experimental devices and machines,

3 Chapter 30 Occupations in Machining Technology 379 compiling statistics, making cost estimates, and preparing technical reports. Many inspection and quality control programs are managed by technicians. Technicians also repair and maintain computer controlled machine tools and robots. 9. The job usually requires at least two years of college, with a program of study centered on math, science, English, computer science, quality control, manufacturing, and production processes. 10. Student answers will vary but may include any three of the following: state employment service, school s career center, teachers of industrial/technical departments, Armed Forces, and the Department of Labor. 11. Student answers will vary, evaluate individually. 12. A summary of your educational and employment background. 13. It will assure uniform information with little chance for confusing responses. 14. Student answers will vary, evaluate individually. 15. Refer to Section Student answers will vary but may include three of the following: Alcohol and/or illegal drug abuse on the job. Inability or refusal to perform the work required. Being habitually tardy or missing work repeatedly without adequate reasons. Inability to work with supervisors or peers. Fighting with or making threats to fellow workers or supervisors. Inability to work as a team member. 6. Toolmaker who specializes in making the punches and dies needed to stamp out such parts as auto body panels and electrical components. Also produces dies for making extrusions and die castings. 7. Person who locates and positions tooling and work-holding devices on a machine tool for use by a machine tool operator. This worker may also show the machine tool operator how to do the job, and often checks the accuracy of the machined part. 8. Usually a skilled machinist who has been promoted to a position of greater responsibility. This person will direct other workers in the shop and is responsible for meeting production deadlines and keeping work quality high. In many shops, the manager may also be responsible training and other tasks 9. Inputs data into computer-controlled (CNC) machine tool for machining a product by determining the sequences, tools, and motions the machine must carry out to machine the part. 10. d. All of the above. 11. Student answers will vary, evaluate individually. 12. Student answers will vary, evaluate individually. 13. Refer to Section Additional activities A C, involve instructor s permission and/or group participation. Review activities and assign as applicable or as time permits. 15. The completed job application should be evaluated individually. WORKBOOK ANSWERS, Pages do not require a high degree of skill or training 2. additional study, training 3. apprentice, four 4. d. All of the above. 5. Specializes in producing tools, dies, and fixtures that are necessary for modern mass-production techniques.

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5 Chapter 30 Occupations in Machining Technology 381 Job Application Please print all information. You must fully and accurately complete the application. Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc (continued)

6 382 Machining Fundamentals Instructor s Resource Name: We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, age, sex, religion, national origin, height, weight, marital status, or disability. I understand that to accept employment, I must be lawfully authorized to work in the United States, and I must present documents to prove my eligibility. I understand that the company may thoroughly investigate my work and personal history and verify all data given on this application, on related papers, and in interviews. I authorize all individuals, schools, and firms named therein, except my current employer if so noted, to provide any information requested about me, and I release them from all liability for damage in providing this information. The information on this application and any made in conjunction with this application is correct and true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false or misleading statement made by me in connection with this application or the failure to disclose any material will be grounds for immediate dismissal. In consideration of my employment, I agree to conform to the rules and regulations of this company, and my employment and compensation can be terminated, with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either the company or myself. I understand that no manager or representative of the company, other than the president/owner of the company, has any authority to enter into any agreement for employment for any specified period of time, or to make any agreement contrary to the foregoing. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application. I understand that misrepresentation or omission of facts called for is cause for dismissal. Date Signature Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 30-1

7 Chapter 30 Occupations in Machining Technology 383 Occupations in Machining Technology Name: Date: Score: 1. List the four general categories into which metalworking occupations fall. 2. workers are those who perform operations that do not require a high degree of skill or training. 3. The worker usually starts his or her carrear as an apprentice Since the number of apprentice programs is on the decline, where can this training now be obtained? 5. Describe what an all-around machinist is expected to do. 6. What does a layout specialist do? 7. To perform his or her job properly, a part programmer should have the following background: (List five items.) 8. What are some of the duties of a technician? 9. List the areas of study usually included in a technician s educational program. Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc (continued)

8 384 Machining Fundamentals Instructor s Resource Name: 10. List three sources of information on metalworking occupations. 11. What does industry expect from you when you are on the job? 12. What is a job resume? 13. Why should a resume be prepared in advance? 14. Explain why you think references are important. 15. List five traits an employer wants in a prospective employee. 16. What are three factors that can lead to job termination? Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 30-2