Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic

Core tasks

1. 01Mark curves, lines, holes, dimensions, and welding symbols onto workpieces, using scribes, soapstones, punches, and hand drills.
2. 02Plan locations and sequences of cutting, drilling, bending, rolling, punching, and welding operations, using compasses, protractors, dividers, and rules.
3. 03Fit and align fabricated parts to be welded or assembled.
4. 04Locate center lines and verify template positions, using measuring instruments such as gauge blocks, height gauges, and dial indicators.
5. 05Plan and develop layouts from blueprints and templates, applying knowledge of trigonometry, design, effects of heat, and properties of metals.
6. 06Lay out and fabricate metal structural parts such as plates, bulkheads, and frames.

Model drivers (O*NET 1–5)

• Repeating same tasks2.87
• Degree of automation2.01
• Time sitting1.91
• Originality (ability)2.50
• Conflict situations2.91
• Hands-on objects/tools4.29
• Outdoors / weather2.21
• Disease exposure1.50
• Decision freedom3.48

Top abilities

• Near Vision3.88
• Visualization3.75
• Arm-Hand Steadiness3.75
• Problem Sensitivity3.50
• Manual Dexterity3.50
• Information Ordering3.38
• Finger Dexterity3.25
• Deductive Reasoning3.25

Essential skills

• Reading Comprehension3.00
• Active Listening2.88
• Writing2.50
• Speaking2.88
• Mathematics3.12
• Science1.25
• Critical Thinking3.00
• Active Learning2.75
• Learning Strategies2.12
• Monitoring3.00