Model Makers, Metal and Plastic

Core tasks

1. 01Study blueprints, drawings, and sketches to determine material dimensions, required equipment, and operations sequences.
2. 02Set up and operate machines, such as lathes, drill presses, punch presses, or bandsaws, to fabricate prototypes or models.
3. 03Program computer numerical control (CNC) machines to fabricate model parts.
4. 04Inspect and test products to verify conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments or circuit testers.
5. 05Cut, shape, and form metal parts, using lathes, power saws, snips, power brakes and shears, files, and mallets.
6. 06Rework or alter component model or parts as required to ensure that products meet standards.

Model drivers (O*NET 1–5)

• Repeating same tasks3.73
• Degree of automation2.33
• Time sitting1.33
• Originality (ability)2.62
• Conflict situations1.92
• Hands-on objects/tools4.54
• Outdoors / weather1.12
• Disease exposure1.00
• Decision freedom3.90

Top abilities

• Near Vision4.00
• Visualization3.75
• Manual Dexterity3.62
• Finger Dexterity3.62
• Control Precision3.62
• Arm-Hand Steadiness3.62
• Written Comprehension3.50
• Information Ordering3.50

Essential skills

• Reading Comprehension2.88
• Active Listening2.75
• Writing2.38
• Speaking2.62
• Mathematics2.62
• Science1.62
• Critical Thinking3.25
• Active Learning2.50
• Learning Strategies2.00
• Monitoring3.12